I've been getting my nails done for a very long time and Golden File is the best place I've been. My dip nails last at least three to four weeks. I am not careful with them and they rarely break or lift. I'm not sure exactly what they do to make them stronger and last longer but they are fantastic! I also like that it feels open and bright. The space is bright and spacious. read more

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After a long hiatus, I decided to try Golden File again and was pleasantly surprised. Jayden did my nails and toes and they look great, have lasted, and I'll be back. I loved sitting at the bar area for him to do my nails, definitely fave it a different feel. read more

The Golden File Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Jenison, Michigan

I suggest you find another place to if you want good service, and an actual manicure that looks like you've had a manicure. My experience was very unfortunate. It was rushed, he was rude, my polish bubbled and he did a terrible job on my cuticles even though I paid extra. I will not be going back and if you care you'll go somewhere else. read more

The tech I had was not very friendly. She refused to talk to me other than telling me to move my hand or whatever. Can't speak for the other techs but Kaylee is a no go. The shape of my nails is so wrong along with the length. Will not be returning and will not use her again. Otherwise probably one of the more clean salons I've been to. The front desk was nice. read more

Facials with Liz Manning leave my skin looking and feeling better and leave me feeling pampered and relaxed! She is so knowledgeable and professional! I drive 45 minutes each way and it is worth every mile!! Cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

Danny was super quick and got straight to work & did a great job on my dip manicure! Stopped by while I was in town visiting friends and was recommended to try this place, will definitely come back if I'm in town again! read more

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I have always had a good experience coming to Golden File. Henry is my go to nail artist to go to when I go. He is very personable and nice and also is super good at designs. Highly recommend Golden File and Henry as a nail artist! read more

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Golden File is a hit or miss salon. They are always in a rush and do not show respect to the customer. They are rude and do not listen to you either. I would say the prices are on the cheaper side yet I think that's how they take advantage of people and do a poor job. read more

Good service, quick, helps to make an appointment! Can be really busy depending on the day. Weekdays are slower

I've been going here frequently for the past year and will continue to be a frequent customer here! They're reasonably priced and capable of copying more complex designs and have a great selection of colors. I usually get dip manicures done and my last one lasted over a month and through a backpacking trip. I'm usually in-out in an hour or less which is really nice. Pedicures are fast here so don't expect a slow process. I usually get regular polish so I sit and chill in the chair afterwards. Every nail tech I've had has been friendly and attentive. Some are more talkative than others and that's okay with me. They have pricing menus available for review before you start so you can plan accordingly. Things like nail art, chrome, tips, etc., have extra charges which seems to be the norm. read more

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I've been here a few times for gel nails and once I got the express pedicure on a lunch break for work and got back in time - my feet looked awesome and even as a walk in it was so fast I was super impressed. I've had a few different people do my nails, perfect every time. read more

Bare minimum experience. The only time the lady spoke to me was to try to upsell me. I got a middle tier pedicure that lasted 25 mins from start to finish. Massage was lackluster and lasted about a minute per side. Didn't fully clean off the polish that was painted on my toes and disappeared before I had a chance to look at them.... Never saw her again to ask her to fix it. Extremely disappointed. Will NOT be returning. Find someplace else to go. read more

Switched to this nail salon recently and have been decently pleased with the service. They actually are able to achieve the trendy designs I ask for and are a tinnny bit better at communicating than most nail techs I've been to. I'm never super happy with how they file and shape the nails though and will be more vocal about that next time. Once you sit down in the chair though they will not say a word to you until it's time to "wash hands, no soap." They do however talk and giggle to the staff around them in Vietnamese and that tends to make me feel very insecure and like their talking about me. The girls at the front desk can be a little snarky at times too and kinda made me feel silly for asking questions. Pricing is fair, a little more than what I used to pay...and they seem to upcharge for a lot so be sure to look out for that. Also if you don't tip, you're basically the enemy. I will most likely come back at some point but am frustrated I just can't seem to find a place that truly makes the customer comfortable. read more

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I spent over 3 hours in the salon getting pampered today! They took care of my special needs for my nails and then spoiled me with a massage after my deluxe pedicure with hot stones. It felt amazing and I'm happy I spent my self care spa day here with Ruby. read more

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Everyone here is rude. They're always in a rush and make it seem like an inconvenience any time you ask for something. The quality is bad and even the receptionists are rude. They have bad customer service. Never coming here again. read more

Emily is the best . Very clean salon and massage chairs while you wait. Tips in cash only but they have an atm on site.

This was my worst nail experience yet. I requested acrylics with gel and showed the lady a picture to reference what I wanted. My whole service took 30 minutes!! My nails were lumpy, uneven and the color was not even close to what I requested. I ended up getting them redone and I could tell the lady was not happy with me but she redid them and they did turn out better but it should have been done right in the first place! I won't go back. read more

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A friend just told me about this place and I am so glad. My daughter and I both got our nails done this week. The tech totally nailed (pun intended) the shape my daughter wanted. My tech was very detail oriented and took her time getting each nail perfect. We will definitely come back here to get our nails done. read more

The Golden File Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Jenison, Michigan

Took my daughters for their first ever nail salon experience and were treated like an inconvenience. They did not speak to any of us. Once we sat in the chair it seemed like their goal was to get it done as fast as they could to get us out of there. My 9 year old's nails looked like I did it myself. The person doing her manicure and pedicure did the bare minimum and was gone before I could even look at my daughter's nails. As soon as I was handed the bill the people were gone. I got myself a pedicure and was suppose to get a manicure. I was handed a bill and there was no one to ask about my own manicure. Honestly, by the time we were done I was so frustrated by staff I didn't want to "bother" anyone and left. read more

The Golden File recently had updates that made the salon larger, more comfortable, and pleasing to the eye. When I get my nails done i make sure to get Mindy and she always does an amazing job, would definitely recommend scheduling with her. i have been helped by another person in the past and wasn't as pleased with their work. the drive is definitely worth it from the downtown grand rapids area!! read more

The first time I went here was fine. I just went a second time to get a fill with shellac and my nails didn't turn out great. My left hand was fine but on my right hand he cut 2 of my fingers and all of the nails are shaped on a slant. Really disappointed probably won't go back :( read more

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paid 86$ for literally nothing. told me I should get a new set because mine were too old and she wouldn't charge me for it (because it was her suggestion), then charged me 40$ for a new full set and charged me 8$ to take them off. then charged me 15$ for simple lines under my French tips. I've gone here since April and I've never had to pay more than like 55$. Safe to say I'm never going back. so upset. read more

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**Update** Changed from 4 stars to 5 for a couple of reasons. My SNS/dip lasted over 3 weeks and the only reason I came in today is because I'm traveling for the next week. None of my nails chipped or cracked, at all, in 3 weeks. I tried an ombré dip today and it looks really, really good. 10/10 would recommend would recommend Golden File if you're looking for a new nail spot **Original review** Just moved here and I've already tried three different nail salons in the last month and this one is, by far, the best. Three nail salons? Yea, three. I do SNS/dip powder and my nails kept breaking off within a week or two. Maybe my old spot was magical or something because my SNS nails lasted a solid 3-4 weeks before. At the other places I could tell my nails weren't going to last and the pedicures were absolute shit jobs. Golden File did a QUALITY job on my hands and my pedi looks so clean. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars and not 5 is bc there are a few tiny bubbles in a couple of my nails. We noticed some in the nail salon and she was QUICK to fix the issue. I didn't realize the other bubbles until I was back in the car. They're only noticeable to me so I'm not worried about it. Will definitely be back. read more

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I always have a good experience at Golden File. Even when they were Classic Nails! They are very good at what they do and always friendly.

Got my nails done here for homecoming! Nice place but I kind of felt like it was overhyped. I got my nails a medium length and they charged me $5 for "extra length" I did expect my bill to be higher than usual at my other spots because I got gems on them and all of that but I just felt like it was really expensive for what I got. They also weren't filed on the sides so some of the acrylic was hanging off and onto my finger, the shaping could've also been better. Overall a nice spot just not all that it was worked up to be in my opinion. read more

My daughter and I went for pedicures. Our appointment was at 5pm and we were in our car at 5:24pm!! We were rushed through like being on a conveyor belt! The nail tech came and got us, no interaction with us, other than the two of them non-stop laughing and looking at us. It was very unprofessional and weird. I told them we wanted the regular polish (that we picked out when we arrived) but the female technician was PERSISTENT that we get the shellac. Really pushy!! So 20 minutes and $100 later we were out the door! Nice salon, but I'll never go back. RUDE & RUSHED read more

We went a couple weeks ago to get wedding nails for my sisters wedding and I asked for the first picture, and had it sitting there for my stylist to reference. and the second picture is what I ended up with. Unfortunately, I didn't say anything but idk if it was just the tech I had but this was not it. Had to go to another salon to change them read more

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I went a couple weeks ago for a powder dip mani. The woman who did my nails did not say one word to me. Even when I spoke to her. She texted on her phone every chance she had. At the end (I think it was the end) she finally said something...to go wash my hands with no soap. I came back to my chair. She was not there. Just a receipt for my service. I wasn't sure if I was done or not. I think I was supposed to get a top coat or something. I don't know. Wish they wouldn't speak Vietnamese to each other in front of customers too. Feels like we are being talked about. read more

I've been going to the golden file ever since they were considered classic nails! I've always walked out loving my mani and pedi! If there was ever a time that I didn't like it, it would be fixed immediately. I always have great service, and I feel that the prices are very reasonable (especially with a student discount ). This will always be my go-to nail salon and will always recommend to others! read more

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this was my first time at golden file, and overall it was great! I booked an appointment ahead of time for me and my friends and they took us right away. All 4 of us were done in an hour. Something to note- tips are cash only. They have an ATM in the lobby though. There are so many nail techs, and lots of tables for the customers. I brought in a picture and came out with nails identical to it. This is my new favorite place. I would 100% recommend. read more

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Hi ... I have been going to Golden File for a number of years .. because I was content with the service ... BUT ..... My most recent apt there will be my last unfortunately.. I have seen Vu every time... My last visit I was going in for a wax and a fill ... and They had me switch chairs in and out of chairs and into the wax room like 4 different times before seeing Vu ... it was visibly uncomfortable for me to be treated like that... like I was an inconvenience ... I felt not valued as a customer.. I also felt like I was talked about during my visit there .. and there was a couple comments that were made about my nails that I didn't feel like it was necessary .. unfortunately The owner wasn't there because I do not think I would of been treated or changed room and seats so many times if the owner was there overseeing things.. read more

Let me start off by saying when you go to a place that charges top $ in GR you have expectations. And customer service is at the top of that list. Unfortunately this place has no customer service skills and their nail techs need to take the time to get some more education. If I wanted a sloppy job with nails looking like shovels I would have asked my 12 year old niece. The tech had about 10 layers of acrylic and probably another 4 layers of shellac on the nails. I came here with my daughter to get her a full set with shellac and walked out with the most unaesthetic nails I could have imagined in my nightmare. I didn't say anything not to hurt my daughter's feelings but after 2 days when the nails started lifting I called the salon. The salon agreed for us to come back and redo the nails. Long story short after the redone they handed me a check to pay FULL PRICE. I explained myself very politely that 1 we agreed on the phone that we are coming back for a redo and 2 this job was so bad I will not be paying again. The manager got called who told me he is calling the cops. I didn't argue and waited for the cops to be called in. At the end of the day my husband called in and paid them and told me to never go there again and just forget the whole experience as a bad dream. I have had my nails done consistently by different salons in California and other places and I have never experienced such unprofessionalism and rudeness anywhere. I would stay away from this place. Don't waste your money and your time. They never even apologized it's all about nail factory and money here. read more

I started going here because they used to be one of very few place in metro GR that offered dip powder. I am allergic to gel and acrylic nails. I still drive from downtown GR and will not go anywhere else. No matter who I am scheduled with, they do an amazing job. I typically get the gold pedicure with shellac and am always pleased. I do get dip powder on occasion and I did have an incident where it was too thick and bumpy and they redid it free of charge and it was perfect after the redo!! The owner, Anthony, is so nice and you can tell he very conscientious with running his business. I would never go elsewhere. read more

I wanted to try something new and was not disappointed walking in for a pedicure. They were very nice and found a spot for me decently quickly. Everything seemed very clean and the man who did my pedicure did a great job. Would definitely come again. read more

I didn't love my experience here; when I was getting my nails done the guy was pretty rude (and I'm pretty chill about that stuff) and he convinced me to get something that I didn't really want and kinda steem rolled me because the design I wanted was "too complicated" ??? I also asked the guy who was doing my pedicure to NOT massage my feet or legs and he did both. I even asked him to stop mid way and he didn't. Honestly a little uncomfortable and creepy to me. Overall not a great experience especially because I got married two days later and my wedding nails didn't really look how I wanted. It is also CRAZY EXPENSIVE but most places are these days read more

I went to The Golden File on Monday October 23, 2023 in Jenison, michigan with my 2 daughters (because of the student discount) daughters got nails done fine. I wanted a pedicure. Here is my experience; the lady seemed upset that I didn't want shellac on my toes nails first (try to push it on me) i said No (3 times).Then says she needs to charge me for 2 toes that she needs to remove my old nail polish on being very pushy. I said nevermind i'm not getting my toes done and go to leave, she puts her hands on me and told me to stay. I was so upset. The salon only offered me to get someone else. No apology. Here is the thing i go to get a pedicure to relax not to argue with someone about shellac. The lady was huffing and puffing at me. I will not be back. read more

I wasn't a huge fan of this nail salon because as soon as I walked into the nail salon they were talking bad about the clients. I don't think they realized that I could speak Vietnamese. They were talking about me and my friend and had said that my purse was fake. The service honestly wasn't all that and I could've gone somewhere with better service with the same price. read more

I have been here several times. I have had amazing service and I've had not so amazing service-but you will find that anywhere you go and that is not the owners fault. The last time I was there previous to this time my little sisters nails were messed up, she was too scared to speak up so I did and the owner graciously came over and fixed her nails and made them look amazing. I have been twice where I was 100% satisfied out of the 4 times I have been here. I think finding the right person for you at a salon is the key important piece to loving a salon; I have found her. I went in yesterday 3/6/21 and had booked an appointment with My/Mi(not sure how she spells it) she went above and beyond to match the picture I presented, made them look absolutely amazing, and to top all that off she stayed a half hour late to finish my nails. This is the second time Mi has done my nails and the second time I have loved them. The atmosphere is so upbeat, friendly, and and silly. I love that the employees have fun while they are at work, makes me know they are being treated well. All in all I would recommend this salon, if you do not love your nails say something before you walk out, they are always more then willing to fix a mistake which means a lot to a paying customer. I have been to many salons and a lot of people do not like that I am so picky, Mi took her time asked if I liked them with each step, and took the time out of her day to make me feel amazing. I will pay a lot for my nails too look amazing and even at that this salon is much cheaper then some I have been to and not been happy with the end result. I will forever be coming to this salon. All the renovations to the salon make going a serenity. read more

I just went for my first time yesterday to get a full set and a pedicure and I had an amazing experience. Henry did an amazing job on my nails. I will definitely ask for him next time I come in. Also it's beautiful inside the salon. The only downside is that it is on the pricier side but in my opinion it was 100% worth the price. read more

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The place is nice but the person who did my nails was in a rush & rude. I had an appointment at 10 & didn't get called back until 10:30. I got a shellac manicure and shellac pedicure and was out the door by 11:00. So a mani & pedi in 30 minutes. The lady never talked to me unless she needed me to do something. I got my mani first and when it was time for my pedicure, she had me stay at her nail station, started the water at the pedicure bowl, came back and said "okay let's go, come on" and rushed away. Someone next to me was at the pedicure station BEFORE I was and when I was getting up to leave, she didn't even have polish on yet. So to say my lady rushed, is an understatement. Super disappointed. read more