Q Nails & Spa

I called on a Saturday around 4:30 pm and they were able to get me in at 5:30 for a gel mani and a regular pedicure. I’m new to DC so I relied heavily on Unilocal,and hoped this place was good.
Definitely exceeded my expectations. A gentleman did my pedicure and it was fantastic. He smoothed my feet and got rid of my calluses, and the polish was excellent. Ms Tina did my gel mani and it’s literally perfect.
I paid $ 49 (before tip), and was expecting to pay around $ 55, so i was pleasantly surprised and very happy with my experience. Will definitely be a regular here.

PLEASE read this before getting eyelash extensions done here. Do not let what happened to me happen to you. Please, let from my mistakes.
I went here and got a manicure and eyelash extensions. During the manicure, the manicurist had to redo two different nails two different times. Even after he was finished, there was nail polish all over my fingers. I had to ask another manicurist to fix it for me because I refused to leave with my fingers looking like they were done by an inept middle schooler. Whatever. A bad manicure is a bad manicure — not permanent.
So, the eyelash extensions. I ask that they will look natural — she says «Of course!». So I decide to trust her. I read some good reviews, the price was decent, etc. Oh, my god, what an awful, horrible mistake. I came out looking like a cartoon character. There were actual tears in my eyes when she handed me the mirror. She had applied clump lashes to my eyes and somehow sealed them to my eyelashes so tightly that, later, after hours of attempting to remove them using eyelash glue remover or whatever it’s called, baby oil, olive oil, ANYTHING that I could find online that would loosen the lashes and get them off my eyelids.
Well, despite my best efforts, I failed. These horrid eyelashes took off a good chunk of the eyelashes on my left eye. I now have to go to Elle Lash Bar (which I highly recommend by the way, Jenn Elise is the best) and drop around $ 130 every three weeks in order to look like I actually have eyelashes.
I contacted the salon with my complaints and asked if they could refund my money. They said the manager would call me. Never received a call. Won’t be returning, obviously, and have warned everyone I know about this place in terms of the eyelash extensions.
Apparently they do use an autoclave though, so if you’re looking to get your nails done and value hygiene, they do excel in that area.

Tommy, the owner, did my nails tonight and completely fixed the shoddy, uneven job my last nail tech did. The place is extremely clean and all tools were properly sanitized, which is a must for me! My gel mani was only $ 25, and they even gave me a Christmas gift! Excellent customer service, and an excellent manicure. I’ll definitely be back!

I REALLY wanted a reasonably priced facial, and couldn’t find another place in my ‘hood but Q. My facial, for what I paid, was great. I’ve even been back for a second one. Granted, I only pay $ 35, but it’s well-​spent. Really good for when I need a quick pick-​me-​up. My sense is the man who botched my manicure is an outlier, but still, I’m too scared to go back for a mani because of him. So I’m not a total hater anymore Q, but still – beware of an older male nail technician!

I loooooove this place! Tina always does a great job with my full sets & pedi. Perfect lines every time. I do wish they were better at designs like ombré or more rhinestones as I prefer statement nails. Their gel mani lasts a really long time as well! Definitely recommend every since time!

I came right before they closed and superior service was still provided.
Clean, secure place with modern instruments. They offer every service you can imagine but the selling point is the prices, especially for the area. I’m new to the area so a LOT of research went into finding an affordable nail shop. At Q Nails I was able to get a gel manicure for $ 27. I was going to get a regular pedicure for $ 22 but since they were closing I decided to keep it moving.
Look, if you’re looking great service at a great price for Adams Morgan come here.

Hands down one of the best nail salons in DC! The prices are reasonable and the staff is great at what they do. You can’t go wrong.

For my first time on a not busy Wednesday. I walked in and Mia took me right away. My nails and toes are neat and clean. Will right another review on how long they last which is important also

I found this little gem walking home from a facial (Wat Massage — another amazing place!) and was just tickled. A recent move from NYC, where excellent/​quality nail places are on nearly every block, left me feeling a little jaded — until I found Q.
I’ve had a different technician every time and each person has been professional and done an excellent job.
The quality and pricing make this a VALUE and I walk over from the West End for this beauty service.

I usually go to a nail salon by my house in District Heights. Since I was in the Adams Morgan area I decided to give Q nails & Spa a shot.
I picked them among st other in the area because of the price, which i thought was reasonable and cheaper then where I usually go.
I went in for a pedicure and a polish change, I was seen very promptly. The mani chipped off rather quickly, which is to be expected if you wash dishes almost everyday.
However the pedicure lasted me 3 weeks, I am planning on going back this weekend to get them done again. It’s worth it and I recommend them.
Oh and they have a great selection of nail polish, a whole lot to choose from.

I started going to Q Nails & Spa about a year ago when I first moved to DC. I usually shop around and try out different salons before becoming a regular, but I knew this would be my place after my first visit with Ahn! She is the best nail tech that I have ever had because she takes the time to make sure that my nails are perfect. I’ve been in salons where the tech rushes through my manicure, files my nails crooked, or does a crappy paint job… but not with Ahn! She also does a good job on my eyebrows. I used to hate going to the nail salons in PG county to get my eyebrows waxed because they would always wax them to a thin line.
I also want to point out that Ahn does great on special design requests. I brought in a picture that I found on Pinterest for Halloween and Ahn hooked it up!
The entrance to the salon is to the left of a liquor store… you take the steps upstairs because it’s actually located above the liquor store. When I first started going there, I thought they always used a new set of tools on each client because they unwrap them out of this paper/​plastic wrap, but I think they put them in the packaging before placing them under the sanitizing light. I’m sure new tools for every client would get pricey. They do have a great selection of nail polish. I like that they have Essie and OPI. The gel nail polish really stretches a full two weeks too.
The pedicures are great here! This place is amazing compared to the salons in PG county where most of them barely even massage your feet. At Q Nails & Spa, a regular pedicure includes exfoliating scrub, a mask with hot towels on your lower legs, lotion and a massage! They also have nice massage chairs to sit in while you get your pedicure.
I do suggest that you make an appointment ahead of time (and ask for Ahn! pronounced like Anne), especially if you go in the evenings or on the weekends. They do take walk-​ins, but it’s just best to make an appointment so you do not have to wait if they are busy.

I almost didn’t want to write a review because I want to keep this place my own secret! It’s never super busy, but they do a wonderful job and are extremely affordable. I have yet to find a place that does a better job, even at the more expensive salons I’ve been to. I’m a regular customer here and have no plans of changing!

Decent at best, they wear gloves here which makes the whole experience weird in general. I think the best part about this place are the massage chairs. I wouldn’t come back, but if you’re looking for a super basic, quick place, it might be good to check out!

Disappointed after reading all the great reviews of this place. Leaving with a decent polish job, but the most uneven nails I’ve had.
The tech rushed through all the fixing of the nails, and it looked a little off, but I didn’t realize how bad it was til my nails were mostly dry already. She had immediately taken the next person, so I tried to tell two other techs between clients and I was basically ignored. When I was finally able to pay, my tech tried to tell me it was because I wouldn’t let her cut my nails, only file them. I’m going to be fixing them myself, as I don’t have time to go elsewhere.
Overall, careless and not focused on customer service. There’s too many places that don’t charge much more so I won’t be going back.

I love being able to walk inn and feel so welcome. I love all the employees there and there are so nice and make sure our needs are met. I go every 2 weeks and tommy does my nails he does a fabulous job and also able to help me find nail colors since I am very picky. His designs are amazing love that he free hands them. I have an appointment today with him. way to go Q Nails & Spa. you guys are AMAZING.

I have been going to Q Nails for about a year now — just about every 2 weeks for gel manis and pedicures.
The salon is always very clean and looks quite a bit different (nicer!) on the inside than what you might expect from the outside.
I’ve had many of the nail techs and they all do a great job, but Tommy is my favorite. His gel manis always last me 2 weeks without chipping and he’s super thorough and picky about his work.
Plus for sports fans: on weekends they always have a game on TV (football, basketball, soccer) but they don’t have the TV blaring so it’s still relaxing. My husband will come with me occasionally and really likes that part!

As the most picky person I know when it comes to nails, I’ve gone to a lot of salons in NW DC to find one that I consistently like. Q is it. I got a fill and a pedicure and both were excellent, not to mention Tommy fixed the shoddy job that my previous technician did on my full set. I love them and I’ll be back every 2 weeks for good.
ALSO a HUGE PLUS: They are VERY clean and they autoclave instruments which is a MUST for me.

I will not go anywhere else. I am insanely specific about my nails and eyebrows. I go every 3 weeks or so and Tommy does a gel fill on my nails and I’ll get a pedicure and eyebrow wax. Tommy is the absolute best and everyone who works there is polite and very good at what they do. I have never been cut, burned or anything of the sort. They do an absolute fantastic job and the prices are comparable with other salons in the area.
Leaving your nails to dry for only 10 minutes will undoubtedly result in a smashed paint job. If you don’t take your time and let your paint job dry it is no fault but of your own that they get ruined.
It is usually quite busy so I will always recommend making an appointment beforehand. I can say that they handle the crowds well and will be very honest with you if they are too busy or will give you an accurate wait time.
They also have a wifi password — it is hanging right by the pedicure chairs!
I have been to several other salons in the area only to come back to Q Nails each and every time. They are quick, do a fabulous job and I refuse to go anywhere else.
Wonderful job Q Nails! See you soon!

I’ve tried several nail salons in Adams Morgan but Q Nails is the best. Tina does my nails exactly the way I want them (gel fill) and the prices are right. If you’re going during prime times (the weekend or after work hours) make sure to make an appointment, otherwise you may be waiting a while. Not everyone is the friendliest but I’m not a fan of small talk so it works out well for me!

I really like this place. I’m so incredibly picky, it’s hard to find a nail shop I like, especially since I don’t get my nails done only pedicures and eyebrows. I got the deluxe pedicure, which had everything I liked except a mask. Yung (sp) did a great job he was fast but not rushing. He did not wear gloves which I liked, and when I told him my heel wasn’t smooth enough he buffed it until it was to my liking. The polish job was pretty good– not perfect, but I’m so hard to please. Considering my standards, I would go back again.
Mai did my brows and I loved them! Thick, precise and maintained my shape.
I was a walk in, and they were very friendly and accommodating. Explained the difference in services, offered me water, it was great.
I think I finally found my spot in DC. I will definitely be back again.