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    Sam Nail Bar

    4.8 (93 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Tram-Anh T.

    I love it. It's beyond amazing--way better than I could've expected! The prices are very reasonable, and the staff are absolutely wonderful! Everyone was so friendly, sweet, and helpful. Great service and a really nice experience overall. Definitely recommend!

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    Anabelle D.

    My first time here and loved it! Servicing is fast and treated well. Nails are perfect and usually I'm really skeptical who does my nails but I'm thankful I came across this place. Fairly new! Dillion did a fabulous job he didn't hurt me at all no roughness! Thank you so much you have earned yourself a new customer!

    Zoe C.

    First time at this salon and I had a great experience! I got a builder gel fill with Sam, and he did an amazing job. One of my biggest concerns with fills is the apex being shaped incorrectly, but he got it perfect. My nails came out super cute, and the appointment only took a little over an hour. I'll definitely be back!

    Builder Gel. Gel Polish. Simple.
    Elenoa Lupe K.

    First time being here, and they had accommodated a same day builder gel fill appointment. Cute Vibe. Good Music. Vivian work on my fill and she was GREAT! I am definitely coming back! Highly recommend!!

    Sonya N.

    I'm so glad I found Sam and this salon! I was specifically looking for a nail artist who could do intricate designs on short notice, and most artists I found were booked out weeks in advance. Booking was so easy, and they have great availability, which is perfect since my schedule is always changing. Sam is incredibly talented and executed my nail design perfectly. He was also so fast!!! My entire appointment (removal, a new set, and a detailed design) only took about an hour and a half. I know many other salons would have taken 2-3 hours. The price was amazing too! My entire service was only $120, which is such a great value for the quality of work. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend Sam!

    Builder gel refill w/ French tips
    Ann Jillian A.

    I've been looking for a place to get my refills closer to home and I've finally found a place I want to keep going to! I get nervous when getting my nails done at a new place because my nails/fingers can be sensitive, but Trini did such an amazing job and gave me a perfect builder gel refill with french tips. I got to choose my base + tip color, which was nice since some places already choose a base color for french. There was a wide variety of colors and everyone worked fast but Trini kept asking if I liked my nails throughout the process which was very considerate of her. Prices are fair considering the high quality of my nails + service (I've paid more for lower) and I will definitely be back

    Dalena S.

    I had such a great experience here for my first time! I found out about this nail salon through a friend. She showed me their instagram and I decided to give them a try because I haven't been too satisfied at my current salon :( Zen Pedicure with Lee - she was so sweet and very gentle! I got to choose the base color for my fenchies and she was patient with me when we were testing out different bases. It was a relaxing pedicure and she did great on my French! Builder Gel (complex set) with Dylan - Dylan was great! He nailed the inspo photo and even recommended great suggestions. I can't wait to try out more designs with him!

    Kathy L.

    I'm so glad I decided to come to this place it is definitely one of my favorites. I've done my nails before but no other place can do it quite like here! The vibe in the place is nice and always at a perfect temperature as well! I definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting to do their nails. The prices are also really good as well!

    Extensive collection of nail colors, designs, and services to choose from
    Hanna N.

    I've been coming here for my nails, and every experience has been wonderful. The service is always fast, the quality of the work is excellent, and every nail technician I've seen has been friendly, skilled, and attentive. Lee is especially meticulous with her pedicures and always takes her time to make sure everything looks perfect. The salon is clean, welcoming, and easy to find, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of service you receive. I highly recommend Sam Nail Bar to anyone looking for beautiful nails and a great overall experience! I've been coming here for my nails, and every experience has been wonderful. The service is always fast, the quality of the work is excellent, and every nail technician I've seen has been friendly, skilled, and attentive. Lee is especially meticulous with her pedicures and always takes her time to make sure everything looks perfect. The salon is clean, welcoming, and easy to find, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of service you receive. I highly recommend Sam Nail Bar to anyone looking for beautiful nails and a great overall experience!

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    Sarah C.

    I came here to get a soak off for acrylic nails and Tiffanny was my nail tech. I called beforehand to see it they were available and they were able to take me in! She was working on a customer and asked me to wait which I didnt mind. I ended up waiting for maybe 20 minutes but was still provided with excellent service. Later on, I believe the owner Sam told me thank you for waiting and gave me a discount which was really nice! I would definitely recommend to come here and get your nails done. Their grand opening is in a couple days. Follow their IG! @samnailbar.sj

    Lillian N.

    I've been trying to find a new nail tech ever since my previous tech stepped away to focus on motherhood (which I fully support), and honestly it's been harder than I expected to find someone who is both incredibly skilled and efficient. Before coming here, I was used to appointments taking 3-4 sometimes 5 hours, especially with private nail techs. And at a lot of typical nail shops I've gone to in the past, they didn't really care about the health of my natural nails either. Once my friend recommended this place to me, I knew I had to give it a try. I mentally prepared myself for another super long appointment or a mid experience in general. But because the design I picked ended up being way more detailed than I originally realized ... Sam absolutely exceeded my expectations. He was attentive throughout the entire process, constantly checking in to make sure I liked the shape, color, and details every step of the way. Even with a more complex design, he still completed everything in around 2 hours, which honestly shocked me in the best way because the quality was still there. Beyond the nails themselves, I really loved the atmosphere here. Everyone seemed genuinely friendly, welcoming, and happy to be there, which made the experience feel comfortable and fun instead of stressful or rushed. Overall, I'm really happy with my set and definitely see myself coming back. I just need to be more mindful next time before I accidentally choose another super detailed design during a busy day

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    Hang N.

    I 've been coming to this salon for several months now and they never disappoint. The shop is run by a wonderful couple who are both incredibly talented and welcoming. Every time I come in, they take their time and really pay attention to the details. They are very talented with any nail art you might want. It's also a very comfortable and friendly environment, which keeps me coming back. If you're looking for high-quality nail work and people who truly care about their craft, I highly recommend this place.

    Sandy N.

    I can't say enough good things about this nail salon. The owners, Sam and Dan, are wonderful, and honestly every nail tech here is kind, welcoming, and gives off such good energy. You can really feel that they care about their clients and the environment they've created. I'm pretty picky when it comes to nail art style and I hate spending too much time at the salon but Dan has completely changed that for me. He makes every appointment enjoyable, and I actually look forward to getting my nails done now. He always kills it on the designs I ask for, gives thoughtful input when I ask for advice, and works super efficiently without the service ever feeling rushed. My nails last so well too!! It lasts almost five weeks and even then, the worst I'll get is a tiny chip on the sides (which is mostly my fault because I'm really rough with my hands). The quality and attention to detail really speak for themselves. Overall, I highly recommend this nail salon if you're looking for talented artists that are up to date with trends, great vibes, and long-lasting nails.

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    9 months ago

    My favorite place to get my nails done!!! The only people I trust to do my nails just the way I like!!!

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    7 months ago

    They did such a good job and plus they open 9:30 and told me to come at 9:00 so I was able to do my full set and pedi !

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    Sam is soooo talented! I loved my gel x set. I will only trust my nails with Sam from now on.

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    Dan has great attention to detail, and always gets my nails right! My go to guy. Very clean and reliable establishment.

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    This place is very friendly.They do amazing work.The place is clean,staff is friendly.

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    Dan always does such an amazing job on my nails and also helps me decide what would look best when i'm unsure.

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    This was my first time getting my nails done ever! I am very satisfied with my visit, and Paula did…read moremy nails. Service was excellent! I will be coming back for my future sets.

    First and last time I'll be visiting. I booked here because the ratings are great, but it might…read morejust a good spot for manicures/acrylic only. I got my gel pedicure done yesterday, and already the polish fell off one of my toes.. I got nicked on the left side of the big toe, and I know that can happen sometimes. I didn't like the fact that I needed to ask for Neosporin to be applied. I feel like it's common sense to apply antibiotic on a cut before applying any polish, especially since the whole left side of the nail was trailed with blood. I do appreciate the owner I think, on helping me out on that. As of this morning, the cut was still bleeding, and I had to clean it again and wrap in bandage. Lastly, the application and work on the nails themselves were sloppy. I did ask for a correction, but I noticed the others still weren't even afterwards. At that point, I decided it was best to go to another salon afterwards since it was clear that the technician simply didn't have the skill set. As you can see in the photos - French tip smeared on a nail, tips in terms of length were uneven in thickness,a couple of toes were lop sided, and the gel polish wasn't evenly applied so the polish looked splotchy. Currently typing out this review as I'm getting it corrected in another salon. I don't have any interest in returning, even if a correction is offered. With the amount of positive ratings listed here, I think retraining should be done with technicians to make sure quality of services are equal for all. Left a 10% tip as a nod towards the woman who helped with the Neosporin.

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