The Nail Bar - Los Angeles (CA)

3 /5 Hazel Imogen: I hate leaving negative reviews, especially because the staff is really friendly but I wish id have read this review before going. I ended up walking in for removal, builder gel, and tiny heart designs. I’ve had this same service multiple times at another salon in DTLA for $60 (max $70 with design) unfortunately this salon was closed today and as I was heading out of town tomorrow I had to quick pop in somewhere else. My nails look adorable but cost $115 (not including tip). If I knew that beforehand I would have called around a few places. It was genuinely a bit shocked after they told me at the end. If you don’t mind spending that much, they do a good job- I just know there are better prices downtown for this same service (including removal, hard gel and designs) who do just as good for a much more reasonable price.

1 /5 Merli Echevarria: Staff were friendly but the work is not good at all. I brought my mom in so she could relax but the gelx nails they applied burned her nail too much. She was flinching and even left scared to get her nails done again. Not only that, my nails only lasted 1 week. I have 5 missing now and we came in September 13. very disappointed. Will not be coming back.

1 /5 Mikelle M: Y’all the first time I came here.. it was cool, I got a manicure & a pedicure. When I came in today and only asked for a manicure, they were visibly upset and proceeded to rush through my manicure! Then as she started, I was clear that I wanted a basic manicure, no gel, no polish, only a quick buff at the end! She says $40. I said mam, can I see your price list.. she showed the list, and it was clearly only $20. When I pointed it out.. she proceeds to laugh & say.. $20 etc.. it was weird! My nails have honestly only been clipped. That’s it.. & uneven at that. Encourage folks not to come here.. I think it was just this particular person.. but still.. place is weird.

1 /5 Angel Rodriguez: Learned a lot today. When the color palettes are too filthy to get a good reference of what color they are, that should probably be the first sign to not continue. When there are only obviously used orange files in the containers labeled “new” is another sign this place is not a good one. When they neglect to clean and dispose of used tissues at the station they seat you in, is definitely another sign. I went back home to reshape my nails as well. Don’t go here. So many great places to go to to properly treat yourself. As a cosmetologist who works in the beauty industry, this is unacceptable. There is no excuse for them to not clean.

5 /5 A C: Just got a gel pedi & mani and had a great, amazing experience! I haven’t gone to the nail shop in over a year and felt like I was shedding OFF 2020! LOL! I recommend everyone to do the same. Kathy did my feet and exfoliated & massaged them so well!!! I’ll for sure request her again. Also, they do NAIL ART if your looking for that type of service. I didn’t get it done this time, but will get it done next time. You do need to make an appointment, yet I’m sure if they’re not busy maybe you can walk in. Call ahead to make sure. Vivian did my hands and also did an amazing job! They have massage chairs. They use fresh tools opened up in front of you and the tubs are layer in plastic which I believe is super important! I felt very comfortable being in there. Make sure to bring cash. They have an ATM there if needed. I live in downtown, so I’m able to walk there. However, there’s parking across the street for those who need to drive. I will definitely return and enjoy their services again. I feel amazing and appreciate the customer service and quality of service I received. Thank you!