Tami-A Nails Salon

I found this location near my hotel as I am visiting from another state. This was easy to find and close to Waikiki. Although it’s is not your high end looking place (it could use some touch ups) what matters to me the most is if they do a job well done.
The staff is very friendly and seem to enjoy what they do. They take their time ensuring that your nails are done properly so it’s best not to go in a rush.
I came in to get a Pedi, gel nails and eyebrow wax. I had one guy do all three and he knew what he was doing. He was very gentle and would ask me if that is ok throughout the completion of each one.
They’re nail selection is not that great although I would not be a regular here since I don’t reside in this state therefore they had plenty for a one time visit. I would however, return to this location when I come back to the state.
Overall: the location is great, the service is great, the prices are reasonable and therefore I overlook that the interior is dated and not glamorous at all. I would still recommended based on my experience

Most of the more recent reviews were positive, so I decided to give this salon a try.
I arrived around 4:30 on a weekday, and I was taken immediately. I got a mani/​pedi and I thought both services were very well done. Tami took her time with both services, and paid a lot of attention to detail. I thought the price ($ 38 for both) was reasonable for the area.
Overall, no complaints; however, I’m deducting ½ star for limited polish selection and ½ star for the rundown/​dusty conditions of some parts of the building.
Caveat: this is a cash-​only establishment.

Came here with my family couldn’t find a place that would take all four of us at once and we came across this gem. The service was great the price was good as well. I’m a hard person to please and they definitely pleased me. I would go again. My feet feel amazing so soft and smooth!

I can’t stress enough how wonderful my experience was. Everyone was extremely friendly, kind and helpful! My nails look absolutely fabulous. I got French tip which can be risky– sometimes people manage to do a horrible job but my nails look better than when I get them done at home! The prices were great for a nail salon in Hawaii. If you’re looking for some pampering and wonderful service, you MUST come to this salon! I can’t thank the staff enough for such a great experience and job!

Visiting Oahu for a wedding and just didn’t have enough to time to get a mani/​pedi before I left. Found Tami-​A-​Nail on Unilocal with amazing reviews! Stayed at the Aston Hotel and was a 10minute walk.
Seriously, don’t waste your time going to any of the fancy hotels to get your nails done, all of the technicians were so meticulous, amazing customer service, and great prices!

Great staff and most affordable mani/​pedi in Waikiki. They were extremely busy when I walked in because of the rain but they had me in and out in less than 45 minutes! Ana was fantastic! No bullshit like a rushed massage at the end because they were busy either. I feel like I really got my money’s worth. Who wants to go to the beach with busted nails? Part with $ 36 and be presentable!

The service here is great! I come here all the time. They recognize me and always remember things that are going on in my life. I highly recommend the deluxe pedicure!

Great experience for my wedding day mani and pedi — very professional, fun and relaxing! Hand-​painted hibiscus flowers on two toes and two fingers — very artistic! I am thrilled. I have been here many times over the years, and will definitely be back! Thanks so much folks! Greatly appreciate the awesome job!

Ive been here a few times over the past years, but most recently back my last two nail appointments and loving my nails! The first time was a few weeks ago and I loved the color and service so I went back today for a fill and shape change. I wanted oval shape and showed her a picture of the color I wanted, not only did she deliver but my nails look better than the picture! Great service and beautiful nails, I’ll be back again!

Great service. Pricey but your in Waikiki. Not rushed and very friendly. Bring cash its preferred.

I wish I could rate this place higher because the ladies working are actually really nice but i cant. I decided to try it because most of the recent reviews are pretty good.
So here we go…
Color choices/variety-eh…not too impressed
Seats/​massage– i could barely feel the massage chair. Plus the seats arent that comfortable because they sit straight up.
Regular pedicure plus design $ 35.- dissappointed. She paid attention to detail and took her time but i just felt dirty. The scrubbing pad looked used (thankfully she barely used it… which left my dead skin still there) and i didnt see any sterilization equipment in sight. Hopefully its in the back?
Lets not forget the fact that an older gentleman with um… Pretty beat up diabetic looking feet was getting his done and the lady who did my design switched from doing his to mine without changing her gloves. I just felt gross.
Also, they dont take credit but dont have a sign up. I think thats always shady.
Overall, i feel bad writing this review but my feet feel gross still after. I wont be going back.

Brought my daughter here for a mani/​pedi. Friendly staff, an overall good experience and good value.

Excellent. Ill never leave these guys again to try kuhio nails which sucked royally. They fix my hard surfers feet that other salons can’t handle.
Polite, clean, reasonable, I refer to them all the time and took my mom there.
Great hot wax treatment! !!!

Welcoming and friendly staff. Made nail design for all of us even on the tiniest nails. Great price for a great service.

I chose to go get a mani/​pedi done at this nail salon last Saturday and by Monday the nail polish on pretty much all of my fingers started lifting up. It’s unfortunate because I did have a good experience when I was getting my nails done. The pricing was fair ($ 36 for a mani/​pedi) and I paid an extra $ 10 for a longer treatment/​foot massage which was awesome! John was very friendly and had great customer service. He even said when I left if anything happened with my nails to come back and he would fix them. However, I didn’t actually expect I would need to and quite frankly while on vacation the last thing I want to do is go back to get my nails redone. So, I won’t be going back and I’m bummed to have to write this review. I like that this place is a smaller whole in the wall type of business. However, they could really use newer massage chairs and tools, as well.

We had a great experience here. Both my husband & I had mani/​pedis & it was very reasonable. I absolutely love my gel manicure.

I almost fell asleep during the pedicure. The $ 10 upgrade was worth it. Total out the door was $ 46 for manicure and pedicure. No waiting. They add a very personal touch. Great for groups.

I have no complaints at all! This is a no frills nail salon, but price was right and Tami did a great and fast job!

I went here for an acrylic infill. The lady finished within 30 mins. Needless to say she hardly filed and did not clip off the old acrylic. After a few days I saw there was fungus on one nail. I went back and the lady peeled off the acrylic, filed the nail and did one spray of what I think was water. She then put the acrylic overlay on the nail. I said I didn’t think she should because I’ve heard about fungus and how hard it is to get rid of. She said it was ok. The fungus came back a couple days later. I returned and again she peeled off the acrylic (not even soaked), I told her just to leave it and I would apply tea tree oil on it. After a nnth, I thought the fungus went away but after reapplying the overlays a month later, it came back so now must go without bails for who knows how long. Big mistake to go here!

My best friend stopped in to visit with me before her island-​hopping adventure and we finally had the day to ourselves. After a fabulous brunch, we went to Tami-​A Nails for our beauty time.
We chose the Deluxe Pedi-​cure, and totally loved it! Tami worked with me while John worked with my friend, that mint-​gel salt rub smelled so great. And with the chairs massaging us while our feet and legs were being made soft and pretty, I was so relaxed that I almost fell asleep.
Then, while Tami filled my nails, my friend chose the deluxe manicure, complete with parafin wax and massage.
We each have a plumeria on our toe, and my friend added a plumeria to her thumb. She’s so excited to be bringing a part of the islands home with her — via her hands and toes :-)
I think Tami-​A Nails is the best place for a mani-​pedi with nail art in Waikiki.