This would have been a 5-star review, but one of my family members left less than satisfied with…read morethe price and quality of her pedicure. For myself, I was very happy! The salon was gorgeous, the staff was accommodating and friendly, and I loved my manicure and hot stone massage. The only minor issue was at the end--the technician rushed a bit and butchered what was supposed to be a cute bunny design on one acrylic nail. However, overall, the nails looked fantastic!

My mom took me here for my birthday. We both got manicures and pedicures. She got no polish and I…read moregot gel. Pro: Very pretty and relaxing shop. A nice touch to offer a drink. The staff were kind and quiet (I don't particularly enjoy small talk during salon services), and it seemed very popular. Con: A little strange that you fill out a slip like a dim sum place. The prices seem very reasonable, but it's an extra $20 for gel polish? I asked the person doing my pedicure to pay special attention to the ingrown part of my toenail-they did not. They used the electric nail file on my super thin nails and I was burned several times. After leaving, I noticed my mom's cuticles were bleeding which is dangerous because she's diabetic(this had me worried about her feet too) and my mom's nail broke the same day. My gel manicure was lifting the very next day. I probably won't be back. Too expensive without enough care.

Called in for a last-minute appointment on a Saturday and they accommodated which was fantastic!…read moreLiz was amazing! Excellent service and quality as expected. Highly recommend everyone to try.

I was glad to find a place that uses non toxic products. I tried the non toxic gel manicure and a…read morepedicure with Kali and it was a really nice experience. They have a really cool anti gravity massage chair which was unique and I loved the experience. Would recommend this place for sure.

First picture is my reference and second is the nails Kim did for me! She was super kind and soooo…read morefast. I will definitely be coming back here

Total fail. Showed Jennifer a design, but she couldn't replicate it at all--the color turned out…read moresuper ugly. Plus, the extensions on my left hand completely lifted and warped. It looked so messy that I literally had to file off all the extensions and cat-eye polish myself as soon as I got home. Total waste of time.

A typical nail salon with a pretty front and the usual pedi spa chairs and nail stations. Nothing…read moreextraordinary, but the manicurists were efficient and thorough. I did notice it took much longer than I expected before we were serviced, even though I called ahead for an appointment. They were busy but not all the manicurists were with a client. So, unsure of the delay. We got the basic pedi with add-on gel mani. Loved my pedi massage that included a foot scrub. Service was good, but nothing WOWed me. Prices for pedi were typical, but the add-ons (gel removal and gel mani) were over the top. Hoping that my mani/pedi will last at least a week as they said it should, otherwise not worth what I paid.

Great service. They were able to take me in right away after calling and provide prices over the…read morephone. They were able to fill an acrylic set done at a different salon. Super friendly, speedy, and well done! A little pricey, but expected considering the area.

Pixie Lab is an absolute gem - they somehow make a nail appointment feel like a mini retreat…read more From the moment you sit down, they pamper you with complimentary drinks and snacks, from coffee and tea to light treats that make the whole experience feel extra thoughtful and relaxing. The studio itself is clean, modern, and cozy, so it really feels like you can switch off for a bit while they take care of you. What really stands out, though, is the level of detail in their work. They specialize in Russian manicure and structured gel, and it shows in how precise, careful, and long-lasting the results are - your nails come out looking flawless and stay that way for weeks. Every cuticle is perfected, every edge is smooth, and they take their time to get the shape and finish exactly right. It's the perfect place to get your nails "tuned up" - whether you're maintaining a classic look or trying something more elevated, you walk out feeling polished and a little bit spoiled. I'd happily recommend Pixie Lab and specifically Veronika, who gave me home care tips and helped me treat a problem.

I visited Pixie Beauty Lab today for a full set gel manicure with a senior technician. Overall, I…read morehad a good experience and I'm giving them 4 stars. The appointment took around 2.5 hours, and I liked the final color and overall look of the nails. The salon itself is very clean and has a luxury/self-care vibe. As soon as I walked in, they offered me a complimentary fancy drink and a small treat, which was such a nice touch. They also have iPads available during the service, so I ended up watching Emily in Paris while getting my nails done. What impressed me the most was their cleanliness. After each customer, they thoroughly cleaned everything with Clorox wipes, including the desk, chairs, and surrounding area. As a first-time customer, they also gave me 10% off plus a cute little gift bag with cuticle oil, hand cream, and nail care instructions. The reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 stars is because I expected a little more attention to detail for a professional service at this level. A couple of nails had small imperfections. For example, one thumb wasn't fully covered near the edges and part of it looked matte, almost like the top coat didn't fully seal the edge. One other nail also had a slightly uneven surface. They're small details, but noticeable up close. Overall though, I enjoyed the experience, loved the atmosphere, and would consider coming back again to try other technicians.

You will always find cheaper nail salons doing similar work doing for less money. Sure. But here's…read morethe thing. You will get what you pay for. And your nails will suffer. I came to Mermaid Nail Art with somewhat chipped acrylic nails, several nails *almost* lifting and falling off, but otherwise what I thought was pretty good shape. But Amber soon educated me--and let me know that the other salons I had been going to had been sanding and sanding and sanding away at my nail until I had a super thin nail bed. So Amber made sure to fix my nail shape by making it more convex, and I was was already so pleasantly surprised at this point. But then, she completed the amazing experience by adding this amazing, detailed art. If you've ever had a nail ripped off, a bad chip, a nail split in half, or some other crazy situation, like me, stop the cheap nail salon madness and think about visiting someone like Mermaid Nail Art. You're worth it.

First time my mom and I tried hard gel extensions and we were so sold. Amber is super sweet and is…read moreso gentle on the hands, a problem my mother always had when we went to the nail salons. We're definitely coming back to Amber for all our future nail needs.

I recently went for a pedicure for the first time. I needed my toenails trimmed but a back injury…read moremade it impossible. After reading many of the comments on Yelp I decided on Y's Nails because it was close by and the comments were favorable. (Also, I'm a guy so this is all completely new to me.) Yoko was patient, friendly, chatty and very professional. Everything was clean and tidy and very efficient. Since she only has one client at a time she schedules accordingly and it never felt rushed. The session felt private without a bunch of people walking around. I came out with my toenails clipped and my feet pampered. Compared to other salons Yoko's prices maybe higher but I feel you get what you pay for, and I received exactly that: excellent service. If I needed to go back, I definitely would.

Yoko is the sweetest person and really took the time to understand what I was looking for. She was…read moreable to incorporate the style and colors I wanted for an event and also did a great job with the extensions. These were my first extensions and it was such a pleasant experience. Yoko was also very personable and kind throughout our entire appointment and I will definitely be back to do my wedding nails here!

I will never go to a different nail salon ever! This business blows me away every time with their…read morecare for their clients, technique, cleanliness and overall just relaxation! They make me feel so welcomed and comfortable all while making me laugh and smile throughout my whole appointment! I leave happy after every nail appointment. You are all so amazing and make my day brighter! Thank you for being the absolute best. I drive from Snoqualmie and they are 200% worth the drive! Love Royal Lavender!!

Firewalker pedicure feels soothing and relaxing! A must try! Also, amazing nail paint jobs for both…read moremani and pedi. Welcoming environment by Tony! Technicians: Lynn and Han :)

I've started visiting Maya in 2018 when she was still working in Hawaii. We've reconnected after…read moreshe moved to Seattle and I get my nails each time I visit family there. You can't go wrong with her attention to detail and desire to keep with the new technologies.

Finally found her! I was specifically looking for Japanese nail artist who does gel art. She was…read moreabsolutely AMAZING!! She has a private salon in Ballard and her salon was very clean and modern. There were her sample art and I was amazed her anime designs. She made sure to provide all of my requests and my nail is looking gorgeous and shining!! She was also gentle with my original nail since my original nail was very damaged from previous salon. I received so many compliments at starbucks and at grocery store and I'm so happy that my nail is very cute and different from everybody else's ! Thank you so much Maya!

First time at Elite, and my husband and I are very satisfied with the service on our pedicures. I…read moreusually get standard pedicures so the service and experience are a big part. I am very impressed with the service here. The spa pedicure includes a 6 min massage, hot stones, and exfoliation. They were kind and very thorough. We will be back!

TL;DR: average place but you can get the basics. Nail art here could be hit or miss. Attention to…read moredetail is questionable (had lots of bubbles in my topcoat but no staff said anything or offered a redo at the visit). Parking: small shared lot. Service: wait to be seated, pay at the front when finished. Staff are super friendly and gentle with cleaning the areas around the nails. A little awkward when it's time to leave -- we sat there for a long while waiting for someone to tell us we were ready to go after the polish was dried (polish was drying for 30+ minutes) but not one came and we had to flag someone down. Complimentary drinks with service do not include any caffeine or alcohol free options besides water. Disappointing because I am unable to have caffeine or alcohol. I had the Jelly Pedicure and a manicure. I requested nail art but was told that it would be "difficult" to do without gel polish. I think the staff were just unwilling in my opinion. A good nail artist can get it done with regular polish just fine if they take the time. I just wanted one small image on two nails but was declined. I asked about marbling and was told it couldn't be done without gel. There are plenty of people that have done marbling with regular polish as well. I'm not sure this place has experienced nail artists. Manicure details: there were a lot of bubbles in the top coat and the tips of the nails were not wrapped (where some of the polish goes under the tip of the nail to protect the polish a little). I was offered a redo after I posted the images but I don't think I'll be making the trip back, as they are not near me. I'm surprised that they didn't mention the bubbles at all during the entire process or came to check on us or checked their own work. There was only 2 of us and one other person when we were there. Jelly Pedicure: relaxing and nice. I recommend this service for a good cleaning and relaxing. Overall, I wasn't really impressed with the paint job of the nail polish, especially since it was a single color with no art.