City Nails

Love city nails so much! The staff is so talented and friendly. The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because I called ahead for an appointment and I still had to wait 45 minutes… only 4 people working. They really can do anything you want to your nails and have great prices for all the work that they do.

City nails is the only place that I will get my nails and wax done… They are the best, and always busy, so I’d call for an appointment before popping in. They take walk-​ins too… You can’t beat the prices for the talent here. I swear by Nika, the owner, but all the girls are awesome with the designs and add-​ons. I’ll be back in 2 weeks… =)

City nails has always been my go-​to place because they’re one of the best nail salons in Lynn and they’re very talented at what they do. It’s a real shame though that the service isn’t as great as their talent. They’re not like incredibly rude, I mean some of them are really friendly but the newer girls aren’t that professional. I decided to go with passion nails also in Lynn because I was disappointed about the way I was treated last time. city nails does a great job but don’t expect to get great customer service (hopefully you won’t get any of the new girls).

While trolling Unilocal for a nail salon that will do anything I want to my nails, I stumbled upon this little gem. The staff at City Nails could not have been nicer and are willing to fulfill your ultimate nail fantasy. For me it was a hot pink/​glitter/​zebra design with shellac which is still perfect days later. The only reason I am not giving City Nails 5 stars is because décor is lacking and the space is in desperate need of a make over. I loved the efficiency, the immaculate job, the eager to please staff, the friendly vibe and the overall product. I will absolutely go back for my next manicure and with the reasonable prices, I can even afford to!

Lynn, Lynn, the city of sin,
Your nails look way better than when you came in!
If you want a nice, quiet, relaxing spa environment — do not come to City Nails. If you want a fun, entertaining, laugh-​out-​loud pamper sesh — welcome home! The ladies in here are awesome — Nica the owner is actually one of the more mild-​mannered of the group, not like many salons where the owner is barking orders at her serva– I mean, employees. The rest of the crew are all clearly pretty close and relaxed and it makes for a welcoming spot.
Kim & Tina are hysterical cousins — born and raised local so full of sass and spunk.
Kim did my pedi — she had me pick out a nail design first so she matched the pedi color to the design, but not before suggesting I get the design on my big toe & just do the color on the rest. These girls must moonlight as used-​car salesmen because the whole staff just upsells you all day! I declined the pedi design and Kim got to work — efficient, not too fast, not too slow, meticulous (in a good way) and chatty the whole time. It was a great pedi.
Tina did my fill — she told me my nails were basically shot (even though they were only two weeks old!) and I should go for a new set instead of a fill. On this I actually did agree with her because my every nail was lifting from the nailbed and the overall quality was just lacking. Screw it — let’s go full set.
As she applies the nails, Tina asks me if I’d like to try the UV gel. I’ve already established that I want gel over the design to make it last, and she tells me the full gel nail — better powder, etc. — is only $ 5, lasts longer, and looks better. Shit, she got me again. Sold!
Tina does one of the best nail designs I have ever had. Ever. Seriously, the up-​selling thing doesn’t even bother me that much because if you REALLY don’t want something, just say no. Plus that’s these girls’ jobs — to make money. Can you blame them? I can’t. Not when Tina is turning my phalanges into fantastic fingernails of fun!
Pretty much the only hangup during the whole afternoon was the UV light availability. They only have one large (two hander) and one small (one hander), and both were in use. Tina and I had to wait about 15 minutes before one was available. I didn’t really mind; there was so much going on around with all the conversations and chatting with Kim and Tina — 15 minutes came and went.
The finished product was outstanding — I still can’t stop looking at it! My style is absolutely over-​the-​top crazy but this talented shop can make any nail style/​design/​type/​shape/​whatever a reality for you.
Price-​wise, I ended up paying $ 68 for a pedi ($ 23) and a «fill» turned full set ($ 20 + $ 10 for gel topcoat + $ 5 for full gel + $ 10 for design = $ 45). Considering all the bells and whistles, not bad. I definitely would have skipped the pedi if I had known my $ 15 fill was going to turn into $ 45, but I’m still happy & will be back for more. Thanks gals!
NOTE: You CAN tip on credit cards, but remember credit cards charge merchant fees. Be nice!

Love City Nails! I initially heard about City Nails from my friend who is a Lynn resident and has been a loyal customer for years. She gets the Bio-​Gel. She absolutely loves it. So I decided to go with her after hearing her rave and having immaculate nails. I’m not exactly sure why more people haven’t reviewed this place. It’s ALWAYS packed.
I can only make it on Saturdays since I work close by at my part-​time. So when I can I tell my boss I’m leaving early rush out the door and make the 15 min drive to Lynn from East Boston.
Let’s be real the actual building is not the most glamorous or chic but whatever. IDGAF about the building when it comes to a $ 30 mani-​pedi! Go see Cindy. She’s awesome. She took about 45 mins on my feet. (Poor thing) She’s soft spoken, young and DETAILED. She cleans her tools and the pedi-​tub before and after each client. If you’re looking for a quick pedi Cindy is not for you but she is by not means slow. She also did my mani and it was fantastic. She really takes her time with cuticles, double and triple checks. First time I haven’t been abused by the cuticle nipper.
The other girls are also great. They are all young, funny, talkative and take their time. Not a rushed sloppy job. Quick? yes and cheap!