Photo is nails after 3 and half weeks! First off I know, who waits that long ‍, but I just thought I should point out what an amazing job they did. Also I bartend, and am rough with my hands, and I wash my hands like 50 times a day. So I'm amazed these have managed to still look perfect and aren't coming off at the sides. Also I don't live in Canada, but go to Vancouver about 3 times a year, I always go to this nail salon, everytime I get a different girl and they all do a great job. read more

Sophie's Nails & Waxing - Nails after 3 and half weeks! - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

So much attention to detail. Absolutely recommend,especially if you're particular about your nails.

Had a great experience at Sophie's nails. Medi perfect. Pedi perfect. Don't be put off by the husband and wife demeanor. They work really hard to keep this place organized and the customers happy. read more

First time at Sophie's Nails and the service was good. Got a simple white gel and a chrome which costed me around $45. Due to covid everyone is required to wear a mask and the salon will do a mandatory temperature check before you take a seat which I think is great. Excited to go back again for a pedi. read more

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I have only good things to say about this salon and the staff. They are proficient and calm professionals, supportive of their clients' preferences, and hygienic in their technique. I have enjoyed manicures and pedicures with and without polish. It is a calm quiet space with new pedicure stations and soft day light. I've been a client for several years without a single complaint. And best yet, the salon is in my own neighbourhood. read more

I went today for upper lips and chin waxing phone is the girl that took care of me she was very professional took a time and was very good with me ascI have very sensitive skin. . I was exceptionally pleased with the service I got today 88 read more

I just wanted to do another review because they are so incredible here. My nails are always perfect, they always get me in, and they are just really sweet. The place is clean and I feel so welcomed here. Their pricing is some of the best in town! Quite a few of my friends have also started coming here and they are super happy. Such an amazing find in the West End! read more

I lived around the corner when Sophie's salon first opened. I was a regular right up until I left the city. If I had of been a Yelp user back then I would have written this review much sooner, but felt compelled to write one now as I realize how rare it is to find a good salon. The space is small, but clean! The prices are standard if not a bit on the cheaper side.. I was always met with kind service - and was made to feel comfortable. They have a good selection of polish colors.. and also massage chairs if you are getting a pedi. I regularly got shellac manicures and pedicures. The manicures lasted 3+ weeks consistently!!!! While the pedicures can last well over a month no problem. No chip, no peel. Nothing bad to say about Sophie's! Wish I could have moved it with me :) read more

Sophie's Nails & Waxing - 26 days later.. - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Sophies nails are the best nail salon I have ever been too. I have been coming here since the month they opened and have enjoyed every occasion. I always ask for my girl Tracy she is AMAZING and always is so pleased to see me no matter how busy she is. There have been many times when I can't get there on time and they stay late to make me happy. NU and her husband run an amazing establishment and I am so pleased that they opened it in the West end. All the girls that work there are fantastic but Tracy really stands out. Her personality is so nice and when I am going there I feel like I am going to see my friends. Thank you Sophie's nails for always been so nice and always providing me with the best service. Everyone should come and check out Sophies's nails as it's the best in the city. read more

I came Sophie for waxing full legs and arm. My experience was ok there. I had very high expectation from them but service was unsatisfactory. It cost me around 94 CAD and i can still see hairs on my arms. Hairs were not removed completely. They just break from outside. I don't know which lotion they applied after waxing that still feel me sticky. Service was bit slow. read more

I went to Sophie's recently after breaking a couple nails and not wanting to wait until my usual nail technician could see me. I was hesitant at first since I am very picky, but Nu (...if that's how you spell her name?) did an amazing job! She totally exceeded my expectations by taking her time to ensure all of the little details were perfect, and she shared some helpful nail tips and knowledge with me. I also noticed the positive dynamic in the salon. A regular customer came in and they treated her like she was family, saying they missed her and had long conversations about what she'd been up to. Staff and customers seemed to enjoy their interactions with one another overall and the male manager made a point to engage in friendly conversation with the clients. The salon itself is small and humble, but relatively clean and organized. I do wish they had more selection for newer gel polish colours, but I can imagine that they would be happy to use one of your own if you have access to a beauty supplier and want to bring in a preferred colour. I will absolutely be coming back to Sophie's for future services and highly recommend this salon! read more

Great pedicure. Probably one of the best I've had. How ever my big toe hurts now. I'm thinking they didn't clean their tools. I need to see a doctor read more

Fantastic service from these ladies. I went for a gel manicure and gel pedicure and it took a total of 1.5 hours which is efficient for the amount of work. These ladies pay so much attention to detail and their gel products are great quality. This place hits the tri-factor - great service, great pricing and super friendly ladies! And the massage chairs are a big bonus! read more

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I've been coming here for many years. I love this place and they treat you so good. I recommend Vi or wahn (sorry spelling girls) read more

i always use this guys for my nails and wax, so far they are the best with an affordable prices and very clean location, I love them and they always decorate my nails with a Holliday theme if I ask for :). Complete recommend this guys! read more

I have been here a few times and I leaves very happy with my fresh feet. I've always walked in easily, accept the summer time... appointment is a smart idea. These ladies do a fantastic and thourough job on your feet. The massage is always relaxing and never rushed. Pleasant music is always playing in the background and they have the usually cushy massage chairs for you to chill out in while they make your feet soft and gorgeous! Prices are quite fair for Vancouver. I usually pay about $55 for a Shellack pedicure with Polish removal, not including tip. I would highly recomend Sophie's if you are in the area or as your neighborhood go to! read more

I was visiting Vancouver when I came across this nail salon and decided to drop in. Best decision ever! I had a gel removal and manicure while my mother got a gel manicure, and we were both very happy with the results! read more

On a whim, I stepped in while I was running errands. Don't pre-judge this unassuming place! The two ladies, Michelle and Hannah who did my shellac manicure were both super meticulous and precise. Michelle was really gentle with the mani and looked over my fingers several times to ensure they were perfect. Hannah did the colour, the application was so precise she didn't need to do any corrections around the edges. The place is a tiny bit old but all the staff are really friendly. The guy at the register really had great customer service, always called the customers by name, and many regulars were walking in the door. Prices are also super reasonable. Can't wait to go back for a pedi! read more

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I live 5 minutes away from Sophie's. I've been going here regularly for about a year now and always book with Nu for Acrylic refill with shellac. She never disappoint me. I always leave this place very satisfied. read more

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Staff talks in their own language while looking at you and giggling..and some of them are full of attitude....it was very offensive. There are other nail places out there..go try something else, I don't recommend here. read more

I usually have a good experience here, but this time the woman that did my manicure absolutely butchered my fingers I think she called herself "Lyn", she was incredibly rough and even drew blood - I can't recall ever bleeding from getting my nails done. There's bits of dried shellac paint around the edges under my fingers too . And maybe it's a cultural difference in my understanding of her spoken English, but I didn't appreciate her continually rude comments about everything from my tossing up between two nail polish colours to how my face reminded her of her 50year old client/friend. Truly I was caught offguard by her awful manner and couldn't wait till I could get away from her. The lady that did my pedicure, Jenny was lovely, she did a decent job, didn't cause pain or break skin and I don't seem to have left over paint around my toes. Only takes one experience like this where I leave a nail salon having been cut, had alcohol sprayed in the cut and then polish put on to hide/stop the bleeding, to undo all the more positive experiences I've had there. I'm disappointed with the experience and that I'm going to be looking for a new nail salon. read more

Sophie's Nails & Waxing - All that alcohol and nail polish, sure did a good job at ALMOST hiding the bleeding - too bad it didn't hide the trauma to the nail bed. - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Best place in the west end! Shellac nails that last over 3 weeks! Great staff and good prices read more

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After 4 or 5 attempts, one toe infection and one really bad cut during a pedicure I'm throwing in the towel on Sophie's. I really wanted this salon to work out. They're really bad at keeping on time. Once sat for 45 minutes when I had an appointment. The girls are sweet, but the downsides outweigh the friendly staff. read more

Went to see Lynn today and got shellac nails with extensions done. My whole experience there was great. She did a great job on my nails and she was super nice. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

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This is a difficult review to make: Sophie's does acrylic nails better than anyone I have ever been to. They last easily a month with me not even trying to be careful it's amazing. Price point is good too. However, they have quite literally the worst customer service of all time. I say this and I continue to go there but truthfully if Getting your nails done is your treat to yourself pay $5 more and go somewhere where they are at the very least nice to you lol. Some of the girls that work here are nice others are the very opposite. Either way I've been there at least 20 times and still every time I go there I get a comment like "have you been here before?" Haha Honestly I'm super nice and I try to not take it personal I tip well thinking I can buy their good customer service but nope. It is what it is! So go here cuz they are definitely good But if you want the spa environment and good customer service go anywhere else! Depends what you look for in a nail salon. read more

I really like this place. Got my nails done over a week ago and they are still like new... except for the nail growth, the colour is still vibrant and crack free. Everyone is really nice and accomodating. The salon is clean and organized. The staff is quick and precise. They are really good at what they do. I will for sure be back. They do get super busy so make an appointment. I came in really early and when I was done there was a line up out the door. read more

Best cost benefit for west end, great staff, and high hygiene ! I recommend this place!

Love this place! This is my regular go-to for manicures. Shellac manicure lasts at least two weeks, sometimes three, and always looks great. The ladies here have great attention to detail and never make you feel rushed even when they are super busy. Prices are great too. read more

The staff are very friendly and really do a great job. You can tell they take pride in their business. Recommend. **update: there is an older woman working there, and frankly it seems like she doesn't really like her job :/ She does an ok job, but her attitude/demeanor is off putting. (And I know we all have 'off' days, but I've seen her twice- same thing.) I suggest trying to get someone else if possible ;) read more

I called to ask a few questions about their services. Since their Facebook page doesn't have a list of prices -- I wanted to get a price for a shellac pedicure and was wondering if they also charge to remove shellac on my fingers. The girl on the phone laughed at me for even asking this question. I know it is standard to be charged $10 for removal but as a new customer, I thought I would ask anyways. This put a really bad taste in my mouth and because of that, I didn't make an appt and decided to go somewhere else. read more

The overall experience was okay, but i don't recommend. I got a full set of acrylic nails. I wanted them like a coffin shape and all white. Pros: - Clean, bright salon - Washroom available - Clean supplies - Friendly workers - Wide range of nail colors Cons: - Top coat turned yellow - Too much filing after I told her to just round the edges - Was off from the photo I showed her - Missed a spot of acrylic on middle finger making it look like it was crooked - Top coat left bubbles on nail read more

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I come here for my acrylics because they're relatively cheaper than most salons in downtown Van. Lin makes my nails look AMAZING each time I come in !!!! read more

Sophie nails is really the best in Vancouver- quality and great service. They care. Thanks !!! read more

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I've walked past this hole-in-the-wall (my favourite kind) nail place a million times but never stopped in until today. I came in off the street (actually, due to COVID just slightly outside the door) and asked if I could get a pedicure. No problem I was told, and was then asked if I had a mask (I did). My temperature was checked, then I was instructed to wash my hands. Safety and cleanliness appear to be priorities. All techs wear masks and some also have face shields. The stations are separated with plexiglass. I chose my color and had a seat in the amazing massage chair (yes!). The technician started, checking in with me every step of the way, regarding nail shape, trimming, filing etc. She also gave me one of the best leg massages I've ever had (which if I'm honest is the main reason I get pedicures in the first place). The polish application looks amazing. This is definitely going to be my new go-to nail place. Very happy I finally came in! read more

Waited a little longer than expected for out scheduled appointment but otherwise great experience and great service!

Used to see Lynn and she was super sweet but my acrylic nails would always break after a week or two. I still came back each month because I enjoyed Lynn's service but the last experiance I had was awful. I got my nails done before I was going on a trip. My nails are always long stilleto tips which I am aware break easily but if done right they should last a while. Anyways, so Lynn does my nails and she convinces me to get neon pink. Now what she didn't tell me is that the neon would stain easily so after a few days my nails looked like absolute garbage then 2 nails fell off while I was on my vacation. I was furious. So when I got back I called in the salon and said what happened and that I wanted them fixed. You know what they do? They fix them but make me pay again. Same thing happens to that pair too.. After that I was done with the place. The customer service is horrible. The girls always talk in a different language and it just seems like they are talking shit about you the whole time. Absolutely awful place. read more

I absolutely love this place. I have been around many places for the past few years looking for a perfect salon and this might just be it. I get shellac manicures every two weeks and here they never chip in that time. They also shape your nails perfectly. They are incredibly thorough and take their time with you even when they're busy. Their pedicures are great also not being skimpy on the massage and making your feet feel baby soft. Have gotten my brows threaded here before as well and no complaints there. The prices are decent for downtown and they're just blocks away from my house. They are new but already have quite a few loyal customers. read more

I have mixed feelings about Sophie's. I go there for waxing of upperlip and they are fast, inexpensive and do an amazing job. So 5 stars for that. But I did try having a pedicure last week and it wasn't enjoyable. I always start my pedicures by letting the girl know I am sensitive, my feet are ticklish - as I assume a lot of peoples are...but this fell on deaf ears. I also suffer from Plantar Fasciitis (or Bruised Heel) which makes your heel and arch extremely sensitive. Everything after the cutting of my toe nails was uncomfortable and stressful. I eventually asked her not to massage my feet or scrape them. To boot - the massage chairs have the weirdest settings for the buttocks area (hahahaha, I still laugh when I think about it), if you have the massage chair on, it eventually starts massaging your bum area...and I don't mean just the glutes...it made me jump in my chair!! Anyhoo - regardless of all that (and you can see why I didn't enjoy it), the toe nails looked amazing, so hence the mixed feelings. 3 stars for the pedicure, 1 for the end result, 1 for letting me in with no appointment and 1 for the good affordable pricing. Simply avoid the massage chair bum settings and maybe be extremely vocal about any sensitive areas on your feet. read more

Got a manicure here for the first time. I was not impressed at all. Nails weren't trimmed and filed evenly. One of my fingers got cut really bad (blood gushing out). And later I realized that my other fingers started to sting. I looked closely at my other fingers and realized that the lady that helped me, made small cuts on my other fingers as well. She had cut 4-5 of my fingers in total.... It stings even under water.... Will never go back again. This was one of my worst manicures ever. read more

20min shellac? I didn't hold high hopes of it lasting but 4 weeks later not one chip only just grow out! The lady who did my nails was Vi and I'll be back today to remove and reapply. It was $20 which I was pleasantly surprised at. Delighted to have a nice little salon with speedy service 2 blocks from home, super cheap & do a great job. read more

Sophie's Nails & Waxing - After 3 weeks! - Nail Salons Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia