New York Nails

I went in on a Sunday and didn’t wait at all. It was fine, my nails are good. 25 bucks for a gel manicure that looks good, that’s all I need to be happy. Fun customers and funny conversations, I wasn’t rushed out and it took about an hour to do. Wasn’t in a rush and my first time going off of Unilocal reviews, satisfied customer.

Mother is in town and wanted to do her nails, I decided on this place since Unilocal was saying it would be cheap. LIE!!! The prices are slightly ridiculous in my opinion, I’ve been able to get a mani/​pedi for $ 20 back home. $ 20 isn’t even enough for a pedicure here.
And when they were filling up the basin of the spa chairs, the lady lost control of the water, making it spurt out at full blast directly hitting my mother’s lap. Employee didn’t even know how to turn it off it appeared.
I mean the place is very fancy looking compared to the outside, clean bathroom, many stations for doing nails and pedicures. The employees were doing their best to be helpful, but it easily gets busy as there is only 3 working (at least when I came in on a Thursday). It took a while to finish as they were trying to do a couple clients at the same time so you were left waiting there at times. They are very nice people, just had a horrible start with us.
Pedicure came with a great foot massage. They very gently clean up your cuticles, so they don’t dig too deep in the nail bed. Clean paint job! Same goes for manicures, clean and slow. Paint job was done perfectly, I personally had Ann working on my nails. Eyebrow wax went smoothly as well.
Very expensive trip, grand total of $ 72 (without tips)
2 mani & pedi @ $ 32 each
1 eyebrow wax @ $ 8

Wonderful! I came in late, after 7 pm. Lynn & Ann hooked me up with a mani-​pedi. They even took a customer after me. A thorough & professional job, a blissful hand & leg massage, a fair price ($ 34 for mani-​pedi), open until 7:30pm and sweet as candy. If you find yourself near St. John you should give them a shot — they are super!

I almost cried my manicure was so bad. It looks like a little kid painted them I wanted to walk out so badly but didn’t instead I paid 30 $ for the most disappointing manicure I’ve ever had. And to top it off The guy sliced my finger open with his nail. And they were rude as hell. never again will I go there

Went and got my nails done with one of my friends. They cut my cuticles so poorly that I have 3 fingers bleeding. They only cut my friends nails once, but her cut got infected. Their handling of the situation was to try and ignore it. They ended up giving me 5 dollars off because of the obvious cuts, but it wasn’t offered graciously. I won’t ever go back, worse manicure I have ever gotten.

After getting a «we’re too busy» from another nail shop and realizing that NY Nails was just down the street from me, I called them in a desperate attempt to get a mani and pedi on a late Sunday afternoon. They said no problem, come right in. I got the best mani and pedi ever, done by very hardworking… dude. My shellac lasted a long time as well as the pedi, I was so grateful for New York Nails, they have won my loyalty! They also mentioned my husband should come along next time for a pedi, good call.
Fun fact: they offer a frequent customer card, another reason to continue going back.

Just got my first mani&pedi here. The staff is super friendly and attentive. I got the paraffin pedi and this gentleman spoiled me with a long massage. Not sure if the paraffin is gonna moisturize my dry skin but for the massage was worth it.
On my hands I got shellac, the young man was super nice too but I didn’t like the coverture of the blue polish. Just a detail, but that bothers me (more than it should) and I’m pretty sure I’ll go soon to change the color.
Everything for $ 50 plus tip, not bad, right?
Next time I’ll try a new nail polish that they just got, it changes color when wet and they got another on who changes color with the sun
Cant wait!

Nope. This is not «the one.»
I was encouraged at first, because the lady that greeted me and seated me was so friendly. The pedicure was okay in quality — although there was very little scrubbing of rough spots. The environment however — not acceptable Street Outlaws was loudly playing on the TV. Every other word was bleeped. This is not what I envision as a relaxing spa environment.
But it got worse. I went over to get my shellac manicure and was seated right under the TV and in front of a fan. Literally. My hair was blowing — it was about 22 inches from my seat. I asked her to move it and she accommodated. Then I asked about the TV… she shrugged and said «some people like it on and some people don’t.» When I pointed out the vulgar language and bleeping not being conducive to a SPA she said nothing.
Then there is the manicure itself. I have very little cuticle, I’ve been doing my owns nails twice a week for a long time and they are extremely healthy and strong. She was scraping my nail bed and I had to point out that there was no cuticle to scrape down — certainly not at the fervor she was displaying. She admitted, «Very healthy nails.» Then she took out a nail file that was obviously for acrylic — not natural. She tore my first two nails up when I said, «This file is too course for natural nails.» She went back to using the nail file I had brought. When she got out the clippers she went back to my cuticles and started clipping skin. Seriously. I had to shriek out, «Hey! That’s skin.» She kept apologizing, then I noticed the clippers had also scratched my nail beds in various places.
When I was almost done she said, «Do you want me to ask to turn the tv off?» Wait, what? Yeah, that would have been nice an hour ago! I’m done now.
Ridiculous. Disappointing.

First time to New York nails after living in North Portland for a little under a year and this place is amazing! I came in and got seated immediately my nails turned out gorgeous, defiantly my new nail salon! I highly recommend for any girl who is picky about her acrylics.

Trying all the nail shops around NoPo this place knocked it out of the park! Extremely helpful and understanding of what you’d like. Great prices, quality amount of time spent! Walked out feeling great! No need to look any further! Love it!

This really is a great shop and a great value. I’ve gone here for pedicures when Spoil Me was closed or had too long a wait, and compared to Spoil Me, New York is cheaper, has just as good customer service, and about the same quality of work. The interior is simple, not luxurious and somewhat dated but perfectly clean and they don’t offer a beverage service. Today I came in after there normal closing time, they got me in and did a really great job. I paid $ 25+tip for a very thorough pedicure with parafin wax dip, hot towels and an outstanding massage. I haven’t found a place in North Portland that can do really good long-​lasting work, but NY is about on par with other salons for that. If you want a quieter place with a shorter wait and aren’t picky about ambiance, this is a good choice.

My first time here and so happy with my pedicure. Cuong was so pleasant and really took the time to make sure my feet looked fabulous. Also, they thoroughly disinfected the foot soak tub before I sat down which I so appreciate. Halfway through my pedicure they also adjusted the room temperature to keep me comfortable. Totally recommend!!!

Came in mid day, I was the only one there. Staff was friendly. It was quiet and relaxing. Service was good, and the finished product came out great. I was satisfied and will be returning.

I came during a very quiet time and my friend and I were the only ones here. The salon is pretty roomy and very clean and nice. The services were great and they really take their time. All in all, a good experience.

This place is hidden jewel in the neighborhood. I have been here three times, and received impressive service as well as very high quality and meticulous mani’s /​pedi’s. They aim to please here!
The environment is tastefully appointed, and they have a wonderfully organized array of polishes, and shellac colors. Great massage chairs are a big bonus too.
As a former salon owner, I have encountered many nail technicians. From experience, I can say these people rock! They do not have a large staff, however, so booking ahead is a advised… unless you are not in a hurry. I stumbled in here one day by sheer serendipity, and am so thankful to have found them! I am almost afraid to let the secret out.

My boyfriend and i have tried quiet a few nail spots in north portland and new york nails is the friendliest and the best and to top it off their prices are very reasonable and they do a very good job :-)

Excellent service at every visit. Best prices in the area. Nice folks who work there. Will definitely go back time and again.

I am very happy with my shellac job it has been the best I’ve eve experience. Thank you so much.

I’ve been getting acrylic nails for almost a year and I’ve been trying to find a good place to get it done near school (I attend the University of Portland but I’m from the Los Angeles area). Before I left for school I got my nails done but in a week they were already coming off! It was the first time I attended that salon and never going back. Now I went to Spoil me nails before and they were good. However, I expected to just walk in on a Sunday but they were booked. I then saw New York nails across the street and I’m glad I came! Lynn saw how terrible my nails were and she suggested I get gel acrylics. I’ve always heard they last longer and are better for the nail so I said why not. Lynn took her time which I didn’t mind because I like when people take their time when it comes to nails and waxing. Overall satisfied with my experience and will definitely come back.

I love my nails and pedi. Massage chairs are fantastic. Loraina did my nails and Tommy did the pedi very professional.