PY Nail Bar and Spa

I love this nail salon! This is hands down my favorite nail salon in Baltimore. Nancy is wonderful and is very precise and consistent. The salon is also beautiful inside. I highly recommend the gel manicure and pedicures. I made sure I got my nails done here for my wedding day because I didn’t feel comfortable going anywhere else!

Went as I am graduating next week and decided to pamper myself. I live in Mt. Vernon so was happy to see such a nice salon that was walking distance from home. I entered with the intent of just getting the classic mani/​pedi but ended up trying out the gel mani for the first time because of the expertise, reassurance, and great workmanship of Tamia. She graciously entertained my numerous questions about gel as I was nervous about the removal process and worried about it being like acrylics in terms of weakening the nail (never tried acrylics as a result). She and another wonderful client quickly assuaged my fears and I AM SO HAPPY with the results. The color, process, and conversation were wonderful! The atmosphere of the salon is serene, stylish, and comfortable; they even had HGTV on so I was more than willing to spend all day in there if it took! The total cost of both the mani and pedi was $ 56 — well worth it given the quality of the products (they use LED lights instead of UV = BONUS) and work. HIGHLY recommend the salon and Tamia’s fine work. Will DEFINITELY be back!

Had a hard time finding a nice nail salon in the city that wasn’t far from me. This place is about 5 mins away (drive) and I really love it.
The first 3 times I went, Nancy did my nails. Very sweet older asian woman. My first manicure was great; I got a gel manicure, no acrylic.
The second visits, not so much. The second time I went, I got a gel full set and wanted a «coffin» style nail shape. It was actually a horrible job and my nails started to lift after about 4 – 5 days. The shaping was not smooth at all.
I recently had a gel manicure done along with a pedicure. The pedicure was pretty god (done by Nancy) but I hated my gel manicure. She put on 3 coats of the gel polish and my nails looked very thick and the shaping was terrible. My own nails; no acrylic. Also, after about 3 days the gel polish began to lift! I have never had issues with gel polish. Nancy tends to rush a bit and doesn’t pay very good attention to detail sometimes.
I called for another appointment because I was very disappointed. Nancy was very accommodating. In regard to time, I have never had a late appointment or anything. I’ve had appointments start as soon as I got there (early) which was nice.
When I walked in, Nancy greeted me and I explained again my concern with my manicure. She sat me with another young woman, Tamia.
I love my manicure. Tamia took her time and is very detailed. She’s also very sweet and easy to talk to. She made me laugh. I love the shape and she cleaned up my nails so nicely.
I was ready to give up on PY but a little patience goes a long way.
When you call ask for Tamia. I promise you won’t be disappointed.

⁵⁄₅ for the mani/​pedi
⁴⁄₅ for the atmosphere
Mani/​pedi: My friends and I had appointments for 7pm on a Monday evening, just an hour before the salon closed. I was really impressed with my pedicure and gel manicure. Normally, even gels will chip for me after a few days. But a week later, both the mani and pedi look as good as new. Despite being the last customers of the day, we didn’t feel rushed at all. Both manicurists were friendly, detail-​oriented, and patient — they really took their time with our mani/​pedis.
Atmosphere: it was a nice spring day outside, but it was stuffy inside the salon. They propped the front door open, but it didn’t help much with air circulation. The manager or owner was sitting behind the front desk and didn’t acknowledge us at all, but instead was chatting away on a personal call the entire time we were there. I didn’t mind too much because I was catching up with my friends, but if I had come by myself and was looking for a relaxing experience, I would have been more annoyed with the manager’s loud personal call.

Tamia does my eyebrows perfectly. I was nervous as we ALL know that eyebrow shapes can make or break your look. She nailed it ! Such a relief to have a tech I can count on!

Always clean, friendly, and a beautiful layout. I live upstairs but when I move next month I’ll start driving– it’s a little pricier than other salons but you can see why when you walk in. Tiffany is the best manicurist there– and Nancy is great too.

PY is a trendy, stylish nail bar in Bolton Hill. I had a mani/​pedi combo and upgraded to the longer lasting polish for $ 5. The salon was clean, well ventilated, and decorated nicely. Contemporary with a zen feel to it. Pleasantly surprised that when I called an hour in advance, they fit me right in! It was mid-​afternoon on a Wednesday.
Tiffany was my technician. She took her time but wasn’t too slow. She paid very good attention to detail and made sure she didn’t leave any polish on any of my cuticles. She asked about the length and shape I wanted before beginning. She listened, then trimmed and shaped them exactly how I asked her to. She wasn’t too rough, which was refreshing, but she definitely got the job done.
The pedicure was among the best I’ve ever had. I have very dry skin so my feet require work lots of work. Tiffany did not disappoint. As a matter of fact, I actually drifted off to sleep for a bit. I was surprised when I woke up and realized that the soles of my feet were really smooth and very well moisturized. She was gentle but her technique was very effective.
I haven’t had just a regular manicure in years but again, this one was among the best. I was also very pleased with the selection of OPI Infinite Shine and CND Vinylux longer lasting polishes. I selected white polish and was a little leery because not everybody can apply white polish in thin coats and make it come out looking even. Tiffany was meticulous and when I was done, my nails never looked better!
Private parking was a huge plus given the downtown location. I also liked that I was offered a beverage before my services began. I will definitely be back to PY and hope to book with Tiffany again soon.

My first time @ py nailbar… my usual nail spot wasn’t open on time & I tried somewhere new. I think I made a good choice finding this gem close to my neighborhood. atmosphere very nice and relaxing. The glass of wine while I got my pedicure was a nice touch
I will be back.

I got a gorgeous gel manicure from here. I’m visiting from LA — I wish I could take this place back with me! It’s cute and clean and friendly too. I plan to go once more before I head back. If you live here, lucky you — you can keep going

I stopped in on a Wednesday afternoon without an appointment, but there was no one else at the salon, so I didn’t have to wait. The interior is very pretty and modern looking, and there is a large TV behind the bar where your nails are done if you’re not much into chatting. I got a gel manicure, which was reasonably priced at $ 30. I don’t get my nails done often, but this was definitely the best one I’ve gotten in terms of the detail and attention spent on each layer of polish. One week later and the gel by the cuticle on my thumbs is starting to lift, however this always happens when I get gel polish so I’m starting to think I just have oily cuticles or something? Anyway, this gel has stayed put longer than any other (and I’ve been getting around the lifting by covering it with regular clear polish). Overall, would recommend PY nail bar and spa.

Nancy (the owner) is fantastic and is a sweetheart! She does a great job with my fingers, toes, and brows and I wouldn’t go anywhere else in Baltimore now. I live in the neighborhood and find it so convenient to have a place that is within walking distance to me.
It is true that she is short staffed sometimes, but I have seen her (personally) stay open late for clients on several occasions. On the weekends, I encourage you to make an appointment and arrive ON TIME. When I was there today, two people showed up late and another showed up early causing a bit of a train wreck when there are only 2 people working there. When I was leaving, someone who had a 5pm appointment didn’t show up until 5:20pm.
Give PY Nail Bar a shot and I guarantee you won’t regret it!

I originally gave PY a great review — I was so excited about a great nails salon on my neighborhood. But after the last experiences I’ve had I’m taking it back and also moving on to somewhere else.
The owner is either doesn’t understand the concept of appointments or blatantly doesn’t care if you book one. Two weeks ago I schedule an appointment with no one in particular and waited around for 30 minutes, which was fine because my gel nails had to be soaked off anyways. Today I booked an appointment with a specific person. I got there at my appointment time and she was just starting on a pedicure. Camia (sp?) was mortified and I felt for her because she was embarrassed and very apologetic. The owner didn’t address me at all or apologize. Finally after an hour I went up to the owner and said I was leaving and this was the last time I was going there because of this issue.
Other peoples time means nothing to her. It’s late on a Sunday, I have small children at home and very little time to take for myself. As I was sitting there for that hour I was thinking of all the crap I had to be doing at home to prepare for the week and just kept getting more annoyed.
Also, the owner destroyed my eyebrows last time I had them done. Camia and Lucinda are great — avoid having the owner do yours at all costs unless you like uneven weird shaped thin ones.
I really wanted the best for this nail place and hoped for longevity… but with bad business practices, and what seems like unhappy employees, I can’t imagine it lasting.

Stopped in on a Thursday night, I was serviced right away. This is the best manicure and pedicure I’ve had in a while. I’ll definitely be back !

Clean, beautiful place with friendly staff and quality service. The prices were fair and parking in the lot out front is easy. I went for a pedicure so I can’t speak to their other services, but I’ll definitely go back.

I’m so happy with my pedicure and will certainly be going back. I called at 12:30pm on a Monday and was told I could come in by 1pm. She* was finishing another client and I had to wait a while, but that’s my fault bc I waited so late to make an appointment. But she at least turned the water and massager on and let me sit while she finished her previous client’s mani. The water felt good, the chair felt good, I was super relaxed. They had a great selection of polishes, including 3 rows (at least) of Essie polish.
I had to get some callouses removed (it’s been a while since I got a pedi) and she did a great job of taking care of that without hurting me at all. And pushed my cuticles back with no pain. That’s what really sold me. It didn’t hurt, I didn’t wince and it didn’t tickle. I was able to completely relax.
The other reviews are right, it smells great in there, doesn’t smell like chemicals at all. Because of this, I think it would be a great place to take my boyfriend because he HATES those smells. I’ve been trying to get him to get a pedi with me for the past year but I think this one will finally help me win him over lol. The décor is relaxing, not overly feminine and it creates a quiet, relaxing experience, which I found to be the perfect thing for me during my lunch break.
The salon is in the Sutters Place Shopping Center. I was confused while I was following my GPS because I never paid attention to that area and forget there were stores there. But it is very easy to spot from Howard St once you know where you are going. and there is parking available, which is a great plus in the city. They’ve been open about a year, and I’m so sad I didn’t know about them before!
*I’m only saying she because I didn’t get her name

Thank you Unilocal for leading me to an amazing, reasonably priced nail salon in my neighborhood! I made my first visit today and was impressed from the moment I walked in the door. The décor is very upscale, with a granite counter top bar for their manicure area.
I got the pedicure/​manicure combo with a longer lasting polish option on my nails. The colors came out wonderful. I love the attention to detail that Ms. Nancy paid to my nails, she even noticed a little mistake in my toes and quickly took care of it. The long lasting polish is an additional $ 5 charge. However it is worth it, if your not interested in gel.
They offer a complimentary beverage with their service… wine is one of them. Can’t believe they have only been open for 8 months. Look forward to returning.

I love this place! Although Nancy is my «go to» lady, I have gotten my nails done with several of the ladies that work here. I get gel polish and it lasts for 4 – 5 weeks before I’m in here again (and I always get great compliments on my nails)! The spa pedicure is super relaxing and Nancy always allows me to drift off and relax without needless chit chat while I’m in the massage chair. I cannot say enough good things about PY Nails! Try it and you’ll never go anywhere else!

surprised that this place didn’t have more Unilocal reviews! My go-​to nail spot in baltimore, after having tried a few highly Unilocaled places (Athena was overrated, in my opinion). The ambiance is great, very relaxing, very CLEAN. Very high quality pedicure stations with massage option, and a separate room for those who prefer privacy (cough, men). I like the nail bar setting, instead of the typical nail table stations. Many pedicure options, ranging from $ 28-​$ 55 depending on what services you want.
Tiffany is my gal! She is very meticulous and always ensures that the color is laid on thick and even. Highly recommend her. $ 40 for a mani/​pedi, and did a fantastic callus scrub of the heel (no extra charge). Good choice of Essie products.
They are never really busy, but they aren’t highly staffed so I’d call and make an appointment to ensure you don’t have to wait.

Nice, clean, attractive nail place. I received a classic pedicure ($ 28) and the included foot and leg massage was wonderful. No smell like fake acrylics, which was lovely.

When it comes to getting a mani/​pedi in the Mt. Vernon/​Bolton Hill area, you’re pretty much out of luck, unless you plan to hit a salon, which we all know is pricier than a nail shop. Well, thanks to Living Social, I was made aware of PY Nail bar. Although, the Living Social deal was for services I don’t use, I decided to stop by and get my nails done.
The nail bar in itself is sleek and clean. There are several pedicure stations. Nancy took care of my manicure and pedicure, but not before offering me a glass of wine. Lots of colors to choose from and very reasonably priced ($ 40 for mani and pedi– $ 5 extra for callus removal). But the time and effort she put into the services was worth much more.
Best part of the nail bar (at least for me!) is that because (or it seems) they don’t do acrylic, it doesn’t have that over powering chemical smell. Seems like most of the people who frequent there are regulars, which is always a good sign.