I rarely get my nails done, because: 1) Lazy. 2) It is rare for online reviews to agree on whether a place is awesome or terrible. 3) I usually leave nail salons thinking I could have done just as well myself. Last week my cuticles were too mangled to stand it any longer, so I took a chance on Shalah's since the reviews (at least for mani/pedi services) were good. I had an excellent experience. I made a same-day appointment on Saturday for a classic mani/pedi, and didn't have to wait at all when I arrived. As other reviewers have said, the services were extremely thorough, I was there for almost two hours. My nails are beautifully shaped and expertly polished, I can't stop admiring them. They look how I always think they should when I get my nails done, but other places just haven't lived up to the expectation. I thought there were plenty of polish color options, mostly in OPI and Essie. My technician was delightful! I peaked at the pedicure next to me, and her technician seemed to be doing a great job as well. Two last things: it's a hike from Hartford, but for a treat or special occasion I would say totally worth it. Also, like a lot of places, they take cards for services but only cash for tips. I calculated a 20% tip before arriving, rounded up, and came prepared with that much cash. To be honest though, I wish I'd had more cash on me to leave a bit more. read more

I bought a Living Social deal for this spa, and used it a week or so ago. I like to use Living Social to try out new businesses, and see whats new in the area. My work schedule is so busy, so I was excited to get a nice little break. When I got there, the spa seemed to be busy, but, it also seemed like they were understaffed for the amount of people they were trying to service. I was asked to wait, and it looked like they were taking walk-ins before people that had appointments. Well, I can't speak for everyone, but I know I had an appointment, but there were people that looked like they just walked in for eyebrows, and nails that got their stuff done before I did. While I was waiting, I had tons of time to observe. The staff really does seem to do a great job making their customers feel comfortable and welcome. Seriously though.... if you want return customers, please prioritize your timing, and make sure you're fully staffed. The people that call ahead to make an appointment should be given priority. When I FINALLY was taken into the room, the girl doing the facial was very nice. She made me completely comfortable, and did a thorough job. She explained what was going on with my skin, used some great smelling products, then even gave me some samples when I was leaving. I can't say that I'd definitely go back here, but, I'd think about giving it another try. read more

I originally came here over a year and a half ago from a living social gift certificate. I previously had another salon that I went to for over 5 years for my nails and was a little nervous about trying a new place, but with the living social coupon I thought why not. Needless to say, over a year and a half later I only now will go to Shahla's and have not left and never will!!! I have gotten facials, massages, threading of my eyebrows, pedicures and biweekly shellac manicures and all of their services I have had done are amazing and done so well!! The shellac lasts for two weeks or more and are so much better than normal manicures or the acrylic nails in my opinion and they last much longer. It's always very clean and the girls there are very personable and really do a great job at everything they do. Shahla the owner, always wants to make sure you are happy with everything I get and really makes you feel like your part of her family, not just another customer. I love this place and will never go anywhere else and highly recommend them to anyone!!!! I know some people say its a bit expensive but you pay for what you get and it's worth every penny!!! read more

I can't say enough good things about Shalah's Day Spa!. I came across her services, while searching Groupon deals. The deal promos wheren't exactly what I was looking for, but I decided to vernture into her web page and find out more about there services. I am a lucky girls you could say, because this was exactly what I needed. I made an appt for Sunday to get the 100.00 package deal mani, pedi and Facial and boy was I impressed!. Alyssa took care of my mani and pedi and the thoroughness and attention to detail is beyond what I imagined. Very pleased! Then came my turn for my facial with Shahla and she made me so extremely comfortable I fell asleep on her bed!!......I really needed that! The ambiance is perfect, soothing music the aromas and the gentleness is superb. The best money spent in a long time. Her knowledge about skin is an added bonus. Thank you and see you ladies soon. P.S. also tried the Threading and it was great. read more

What an amazing spa - all around, hands down! I've been coming to Shahla's now for 4+ years and have never had any situation which I was left unhappy. Shahla has been providing my daughter and myself with all-around top-quality care. The threading is flawless; the waxing is immaculate; the nail service is beyond perfect and better than ANY other salon I have EVER visited in my life; and above all, the staff is professional, personable, and provides an exceptionally positive environment. The cost is far from expensive, and well worth every penny spent! Shahla's proves the true meaning of Zen. Thank you, Shahla! 5***** A+++++ read more

I've been going to this spa since I moved to Plainville for about year and half. I'm so happy with this spa the girls are so sweet and personable and very knowledgeable. I get threading and Shellac and Brazilian done I couldn't be more happy and pleased with this Spa.... The owner Shahla makes you feel comfortable and makes sure you are happy with there service's would never stop going here even if I move to other town. read more

Before coming to Shahla's, I had never done any sort of threading or waxing. I now get brazillian waxes and eyebrow threading, and it always comes out very neat and clean, with barely any pain. Shahla Day Spa is always very clean, and the girls working there are very friendly. I'd highly recommend this to anyone looking for a great manicure, pedicure, or any sort of hair removal! read more

Shahla Day Spa is absolutely to BEST place in CT to get pampered. The staff are friendly and very skilled in thier profession. You get the excellent treatment every time you go. The brazilian waxing is also the best in the state I have ever experienced. Please just try this place once and I promise you will be a weekly customer just as I have. read more

Shahla is open seven days a week! What orher day spa in the area can say that? Best place to go for nails, threading, facials and waxing. You feel like a VIP here. Shahla has worked on celebrities when she lived in the UK and you feel like one when you come here. They also are close to major highways. It's worth a drive from anywhere..... read more

I love Shahla's!! The girls working there are so professional and efficient, and always pleasant. It's not the cheapest place, but it's the best value for the money. They took my bushy eyebrows and made them perfect! Today I got a manicure and was so impressed, and I'm looking forward to go back for a pedicure soon. read more

Today was my second visit to Shahla's Day Spa to have a mani-pedi done. The massage chair I sat in to have my pedicure was luxurious. No more sore back today! My leg and hand massages were so relaxing. The staff is very nice and the owner is sweeter than sweet!!! I cannot thank them enough! Nancy read more

Shahla's is great. I am a business owner myself and don't make appointments because I don't want to cancel. I run in all the time and they always accommodate me. I get mani/pedi's there and also have done the threading. The prices are fantastic and the facility is very clean. Love you girls! read more

By far one of the BEST places in the state!!!! Great flexibility for appointments, very clean, friendly staff,reasonable prices and fantastic work. I've had every service the spa offers from threading, waxing,facial, mani and pedi and never had a complaint! I recommend this place to everyone =) read more

I discovered Shahla's over a year ago and have not been anywhere else since. With a clean establishment, services worth every penny, and staff that is professional and very friendly. The best part of Shahla's, the hours. So convenient love, love this spa!! I highly reommend. read more

I had the wonderful opportunity of attending a spa party at Shahlas.. The staff was wonderful to myself and my 10 year old daughter. I find their prices very reasonable and their staff knowledgeable.. read more

I got a full leg wax here and it was the least painful and most thorough leg waxing I have ever had. I'm also a big girl and I didn't feel uncomfortable in any way. I will be coming back! read more

I had a really good experience here the people are beyond nice when you walk in the it smells clean rather then like other places it is very clean I will definitely be going back there read more

Great job threading! and only $7 for my upper lip which is the cheapest I've ever found.