the nail techs at this salon are incredible. brought some friends here to get our nails done before…read morea festival two weeks ago and they absolutely nailed the designs! (pun intended) today the retention on mine is 100% no chips no lifting i'm STOKED! it was also my birthday so i splurged on my design so i am extra happy that they're still holding strong. i wish i could keep this set forever! thank you!!! highly recommend!

I chose this salon expecting a professional experience. When a business advertises licensed…read moreprofessionals and charges premium prices, I expect professional-quality work. Unfortunately, this appointment fell well below that standard. I was originally quoted $80 for a Gel-X set, but once I arrived I was told there would be an additional $10 charge just to remove my existing Gel-X. From there, nearly every option came with another surcharge. Glitter was an additional charge, and placing the glitter at the base of the nail instead of the tip increased the price even further. The pricing structure felt confusing and constantly changing, making it difficult to know what the final cost would be. After hearing the additional charges, I decided against getting a new set and paid $45 for a manicure after the Gel-X removal. For $45, I expected my natural nails to leave looking polished and professionally finished. Instead, I left with: * Jagged, uneven nail edges that were not properly filed * Visible product residue still left on multiple nails * Uneven nail surfaces * Dry, unfinished cuticles * Nails that looked incomplete rather than professionally manicured I took photos immediately after leaving because I couldn't believe this was the finished result. The service itself was also disappointing. My technician, Annie, repeatedly stopped working on my nails to answer phone calls and attend to other matters. The appointment felt interrupted and rushed instead of relaxing. A manicure should feel calm and focused. This did not. The salon also raised concerns for me. The supply/storage area visible to customers was cluttered and disorganized, and I observed nail files being reused, which made me question the sanitation standards. Even checkout was frustrating. I wanted to leave a tip for the technician who performed my pedicure because she did a nice job, but the payment process made it difficult to direct the gratuity to the correct person. The biggest disappointment is that none of these issues should exist regardless of the price. Whether a manicure costs $25 or $45, customers should leave with nails that are smoothly filed, free of leftover product, and professionally finished. Those are basic expectations--not luxury extras. I left feeling disappointed, overcharged, and with nails that I could have filed more carefully at home myself. Unfortunately, based on my experience, I cannot recommend this salon.

I gave this business a 4 star rating due to the fact that the girl did a really good jobs on my…read morenails. Quality: I would give her a 4 stars Professionalism / customer service: -1 star if possible. I been to this bussiness more than 9 to 10 times already. I always request for the same girl to do my fingers, my toes are random. The girl that did my finger name is Ella. I tip her well bececause she did a really good job on my fingers. Yet she should know better not to gossip/complain about her customer while she was working on my nails with her coworkers in Mandrain. I might not speak it but i understand everything they gossip about me. Complaining how time consuming is to work on my nails. Every time i go there i spend at least $200 dollars and did not get a postive thank you. I have been so disppointed with their management, she heard her workers are speaking ill of her customer but did not stop her, i sit there listening to them complaining about me yet i could't reply it. I am very disppointed about this place, and hopefully with this review, they will work on their customer services skills, but I won't be going back to this place for sure.

Friendly nails is honestly one of the best nail salons ever! This was a walk-in experience for me…read more Glad to know that they take walk-ins on a Saturday, but definitely call ahead if they're available. As in the name, the staff is very friendly.The space is very cutesy, very demure. Ella was the tech who worked on my nails. She's the best and I would definitely come back to book another appointment with her. I gave her my inspo and she delivered. She helped choose the color, the chrome, and checked if the dots were perfectly sized to my liking which she hit spot on. My nails coming in was a hot mess. Each and every nail was at different lengths. She made suggestions on the length and shape of the nails that would similar to the inspo and suit my hands best. I'm really satisfied with my nails and experience here at Friendly nails. I'm recommending

Love coming here every two weeks. This place is clean and…read moreeveryone is really nice. Crystal is my go to for long nails, gel x and nail art and pedicures. All the people at this location are pretty good. The prices are fair and the vibe is good times.

This breezy shopping center on Atlantic used to be one giant store called Superco -- I got a…read morerotating fan here one afternoon after dim sum at Ocean Star in the next block. Sadly, Superco and Ocean Star are both gone, but rising from the ashes is a bunch of fun stuff, like Smoking Tiger and this jumbo-sized nail salon next door, Magical Nails. Nothing too magical about it, but this busy salon has about 10,000 polish shades to choose from, and a printed menu with prices so you know what you're getting and how much it will be. All the salon chairs have the back massage function which kills two birds with one stone. Easy parking right in front, walk-ins welcome, and no waiting for your mani-pedi. I stuck my nose in to have a look, and was getting beautified just a few moments later. Minus one star for some unnecessary upselling, and a sour face from the greeter when I declined. But a free bottle of water cheered me up. Would I go back? Yes.

I've been coming here consistently for almost 2 years now and I've always had a really good…read moreexperience! Everyone who works here is so nice and accommodating, and they always make sure my nails turn out how I want them. I've tried a lot of different designs and they've always done a great job. They also have a good variety of colors to choose from. The inside is also really nice and clean, which makes the whole experience even better. Definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a nail salon!

I've been coming to MJ Nail Island since high school, so it's been about 7 years now, and I've…read morealways had such a good experience here. Everyone is so kind, respectful, and welcoming, and they're incredibly talented when it comes to nail art. They pay so much attention to detail and always take their time to make sure everything looks perfect. I'm also super indecisive sometimes, and they're always willing to help me choose a design, colors, or little details that they think will look best. I trust them so much that I've brought my mom, best friend, and boyfriend here too! Their prices are very reasonable, especially considering how intricate their designs can be, the quality of the products they use, and the amount of time and effort they put into every set. The salon is also always clean and well-kept, which I really appreciate. After 7 years, this is still my go-to nail salon. If you love detailed, unique nails and want people who genuinely care about their work, I definitely recommend coming here.

Obsessed is an understatement! My nails turned out even better than the reference photo I brought…read morein. Huge shoutout to my nail tech who was not only super talented but also sweet and attentive the whole time. The prep work was so thorough, and the final look is completely flawless. I've already received so many compliments today! If you're looking for amazing nail art and great service, I highly recommend booking here.

Great service, amazing nail technicians. I drive an hour to get my nails done here. Plenty of…read moredifferent color options.

I have never felt inclined to write a review for any business, but this salon as well as their…read morestaff were incredible. Exceptional service--provided snacks and were very attentive to me. They are also very detail oriented. They also take half the time to work in comparison to my previous salon, and still with precision. I love my nails. They came out exactly as I wanted. Their prices are extremely reasonable for how detailed and beautiful they are. Their nail technicians are truly artists. Thank you, Irene, for a wonderful experience and a marvelous set of nails.

Ling at @cstarnails is a true artist! After being…read moredisappointed with my usual go-to salon, I decided to give C Star Nails a try, and I am so glad I did! Ling did an absolute masterclass on my nails. The almond shape is perfectly symmetrical, clean, and elegant. ​The design turned out even better than I imagined--the combination of the shimmering purple/lavender tone with the iridescent, opalescent chrome accent nails catches the light so beautifully! On top of her talent, the studio itself is so clean, bright, and beautifully organized, with an incredible selection of colors and charm options displayed. Ling spent a full 2.5 hours working on my nail set, showing incredible patience, precision, and top-tier attention to detail and cuticle care. She even sets up a lovely snack and drink cart with bottled water, tea, chocolates, and rice crackers to keep you comfortable during your appointment. I've officially found my new favorite nail tech! While I was there, I also watched Irene working on another client right beside me, and she did a wonderful job as well! Can't wait to try her works too. I will definitely be back!

Andrew is amazing. I only came in for a pedi and I almost never get my nails done. In the few times…read moreI have, my experience here has been the best out of the bunch. He is so considerate, nice, and really tried to make a welcoming and comfortable environment. Also looking at his IG, he is SO talented. Absolutely recommend! He deserves all of these 5 star reviews.

I booked with Trulycure when I was on a hiatus with my regular nail place. I did show up a few…read moreminutes early to my appointment since it was my first time and I also wasn't sure how parking was. My appointment time came and the salon was still closed (I just want to note that my appointment time was 30 minutes after their opening time) and I was waiting outside, unsure if I should just leave or wait. I ended up messaging Trulycure for an update and didn't get an answer. A lady showed up about 5-10 minutes later to open the door, asked if I needed a pedicure and then to sit down on one of the chairs. Now the chairs were really nice, but did not have a built in spa. She had to bring over a tub of water. I wasn't asked which pedicure service I want (I later saw there were multiple options on their menu) and asked me what color I wanted. Andrew had walked in while I was getting my pedicure done. He worked on removing my old set of gelx that I got done elsewhere and put a new set (he did an excellent job at this). I opted for a cat eye effect on my nails since he mentioned there is a promotion at the time. I thought Trulycure is somewhere I want to go back to but after reflecting on my experience of waiting without any communication they were going to be tardy, pedicure gal cutting my toe nails oddly to the point where my big toe nail is growing out not the way I like and the cat eye not being a cat eye (looks like a layer of glitter polish applied), I was completely ready to go back to my usual place.

Great service !! Love the colors and the workers doing…read moreamazing job!! They put extraordinary detail on the process. Thanks Cindy, John and Terry The place was super clean and organized

I called asking if they could do full sets of acrylic with nail art. They said yes. They were…read morewrong. Jay did my nails, at least that's the name on his cart of supplies. He started measure gel x tips and I had to remind him we were doing acrylic. He should have said that he cannot do acrylic because, he cannot do acrylic. It was some of the worst acrylic application I have ever seen in my life. Sloppy, lazy, trash. I should have got up after seeing his acrylic application on my first hand. That's my fault. When he was done filing I asked if he could even out the nails because they were lumpy. He proceeded to make the shape even worse and still lumpy. I asked if I should wash my hands after filing (every shop I have ever gone to in my life has told me to) and he said no. I should have stopped him here too. It took him an hour and a half just to put the acrylic on. At this point I realized he was either talentless or purposely messy my nails up. So I skipped the nail art I asked for and asked just for plain gel polish on top. At the end I told the lady at the front that I hated my nails and showed her and she understood and told me I could come back and have someone else fix them. Initially I accepted the offer but I have since canceled the appointment. I would rather die than trust this shop ever again. If I could give Jay 0 stars I would. Beware, this guy is horrible.

I messaged super late at night and was able to get an appointment for a pedicure…read more The salon is very clean and cute and the massage chairs are very comfortable! The man doing my pedicure was extremely detailed with my toes, especially with the cuticles and the skin around my toes Thank you!

By far the best nail salon I've been to! I got a regular Japanese gel manicure for $45. She was…read moresooo meticulous with her work & paid attention to every single detail. My cuticles were cut & cleaned. She spent extra time on the shape, making sure it mirrored the other hand. Even layers of polish was applied on each finger. 10/10 experience! I highly recommend!!

I had such a great experience with Yoyo! She's super fast, but still pays attention to every…read moredetail. My nails are really sensitive, and she was so gentle when removing my old set--it didn't hurt at all. I showed her the design I wanted, and she did an amazing job. My nails came out exactly how I wanted (maybe even better ). She's also really sweet and easy to chat with, which made the appointment so much more enjoyable. I love how my nails turned out and will definitely be coming back to Yoyo. Highly recommend!

my appointment was at 10 am, my nail artist did not get there until 10:50.. I understand being late…read morehappens and she was apologetic but it felt unprofessional. Another artist got started on taking off my old gel set until my artist came. My design was fairly simple and i understood that now she was on a time crunch due to her having another client at 12 but was postponed since the client was also getting her hair done.. the only design i wanted was a silver cross on both of my ring fingers and i thought we were able to do both. She ended up asking me if i wanted to do the design on both ring fingers and i said yes but if you dont have time its fine since at that point i knew she ran out of time.. Im an understanding person and wasnt expecting much compensation but I felt disappointed at the service and my time not being valued. waited almost an hour for not even a complete design on both of my hands and paying the full price...