Apple Nails II

Love this salon! The owner is so nice and does an impeccable job with acrylics. I am definitely making this my go-​to nail salon. She did a flawless fill-​in and was a joy to talk to. Highly recommend Apple Nails.

*came during lunch a few times and they were pretty good, walked in today at lunch and someone with a nasty attitude told me I need an appointment like wtf I always came during lunch, and never had to make an appointment

$ 15.75 is a pretty hefty price for a manicure, but you know… when I’m desperate I cave. By the way, this is a price increase as of May 9, 2016 and prior to then a manicure cost $ 13, which is slightly more reasonable given the area this place is in.
Anyway, no complaints about the manicure, they did a solid job. The color selection is decent with both Essie and OPI, and tons of gel options. The manicurists are friendly too. It’s clean, in a great location, the only issue was the price.

Tremendously clean. Very professional. Got a normal mani and the polish is still holding up six days later (unheard of). Great hand massage and chair massage. Will def recommend and be back. My new go to for everything nails.

I used to go here 2 years ago but stopped, as my gel manis and spa pedis in NJ by home were way better and it was a good 10 – 15 less than the total here for the two. I decided to go last night after work (office being right around the corner) and boy was I sorry. Pedicure was pretty bad – no scrubbing, hardly anything. My feet were very jagged and then she just starts putting polish on. Whats the point? I asked if they offer spa pedicures-​because there was ZERO signs. Instead a dirty laminated sheet of paper was handed to me – they offer ONE spa-​type of pedicure. Ok a little too late, and I had to ask.
Then my gel (pretty sad offering of gel color options too compared to other salons) it was OK but she was scraping the sides of my nails with her own nail to keep the side clean-​and all salons do that but this hurt and her nails were pretty dirty. Then everyone (its 6:00pm) starts freaking out as there was a very large ROACH running around in the shop which the girls dragged out onto 39^th street with a raggedy looking broom. Place is totally filthy-​the soap I was told to wash my hands with was pretty gross regular grade Dial in a dirty bottle, I couldn’t even get to the sink because there is a manicure chair there. THEN – the bill.$ 73. I did not tip 15%, because service was lousy. I asked where my bag was and the girl just pointed to it rather than give it to me. I think she got the picture. Totally gross ripoff that looks decent from the outside, but don’t be fooled. Just because its in the garment center doesn’t mean its good… I know never to return

I had a wonderful experience at Apple Nails. As soon as I came in they greeted me with a friendly hello (1 star). I asked for a manicure. The woman opened new utensils to prep for my nails in front of me (which is a plus, 2 stars). I also liked the fact that during my manicure she offered to push instead of just clipping away at my cuticles. (i like them pushed btw, 3 stars) You get a hot towel to wipe off the excess oils followed by a nice hand massage (4 stars). I also came in during my lunch break. Well worth the time and money spent. I did not feel rushed (5 stars). I’ll be back for the mani/​pedi special next week!

Annie is my girl! I’ve been going off and on for years now. She always does a great job. I’ve only had a basic manicure so i can’t speak on any of the other services. It’s convenient and fast (in and out in about 20 mins). Not cheap.

I don’t understand the bad reviews! I work a block away and have been going here for years. The ladies are all really nice but not overly chatty. They’re quick and my manicures last a week with regular polish. I go once or twice a month on my lunch break and never have to wait long if at all. It’s great!
Not the place for you if you want a luxurious experience, but for quick, quality, reasonably priced manis… this place is the best

I wanted to update my review because I’ve been back to Apple Nails II once a week since my first visit, and they’ve done a great job every time. They always greet me, there’s rarely a wait, polish application is spot-​on, and they clip my cuticles and shape my nails flawlessly.
The reasons I refrain from 5 stars are a) it’s 1/​3X the price as salons in Brooklyn for the same service and b) whenever I get a wrap it peels off long before it grows out.

I would give this place a lower rating if it were not so clean. My only issue was that the manicurist (who I believe was the manager) was not very detail oriented and looking to finish up quickly. She spent very little time on the cuticles or anything else– it was basically like a polish change. :(Unfortunate because I work nearby and it could have become my go-​to.

I have been here twice now. This place is around the corner from my office and great for a quick manicure during my lunch break. They will have you in and out in less than 30 minutes. At $ 12 for a regular manicure, it’s a bit overpriced but worth the time and convenience of not having to go after work/​on the weekend when the nail salons are packed. For an extra few bucks, they will put this quick-​dry serum on your nails which works like magic & is totally worth it. So while this isn’t a place to go if you’re trying to save money or have a super relaxing experience, it’s super convenient and gets the job done well.

Came here today for a polish change during lunch. They were quick, did not have to wait at all. The polish change was fine. It doesn’t include any filing or buffing, just strictly polish removal and application. I opted for quick dry as well and it cost $ 10.50. The manicure is $ 13.65. Although expensive, these are basically the prices you will find in Midtown. Everything seemed clean. I would come back again.

$ 50 for gel removal & mani, and tip. Was falling off on every nail three days later. Wouldn’t go back.

Half of the chairs are broken, which makes the whole experience rather uncomfortable. Mani pedi was average.

I thought they did a great job! I give 4 instead of 5 because they don’t take extra care, just a basic hand massage and the quick use of the hot towel. Also, they charge $ 10 for gel removal. I think that’s a bit ridiculous!
Also worth noting — they don’t accept tip on the credit card. They only take cash for tip.
My manicurist was pleasant and even warned me about the colors I was deciding between — letting me know which was opaque and which wasn’t.
She was careful with my cuticles, filed my nails correctly, and did a great job on the polish.
I’ll definitely be coming back here for a regular mani! I also brought two friends, so I’ll attach pictures of their nails as well.

Felt a like a rip-​off. $ 42 for a mani-​pedi is fine if you are providing extraordinary service or experience! Nothing about this place was worth the $ 42. it felt like just another mani-​pedi, no foot or back massage, no special products, not even a great color selection! The ambiance of the place was not special and it bordered on slightly messy/​unclean.
I have definitely had better value for money, especially in NYC

Ugh. Every time I come here I leave annoyed. The only reason I come here is because it is close to work. They never paint to the back of the nail, my nails always look sloppy and cuticles are never done well. It truly is frustrating. It is also expensive. They charge $ 10 to actually scrub your heels to make them soft even though you’re paying for a pedicure.

Went here on Friday for a gel manicure. The lady who did my nails was pleasant however it is now Tuesday and my polish is completely peeled off. absolutely ridiculous definitely and not worth the $ 44 dollars I paid. I will not be coming back.

I wish I can give it a zero star but unfortunately the lowest rating is 1 star.
I normally do not go to any random NY salons as it’s usually a hit or miss. This one is definitely a miss. However, my friend recommended this salon, so despite my hesitation, I walked in to get a mani-​pedi. When I walked in, all the nail technicians were helping customers and one of the ladies asked me to pick a color. After selecting my color, I’ve waited for 10 minutes without anyone further acknowledging me. Since I was in a rush and needed to get out in less than 45 minutes, I’ve voiced my request to one of the technicians. I requested to have both my mani-​pedi done at the same time to expedite the process and if it cannot be done then I rather not do it at all. The technician, Linda, said that’s fine.
I sat down at the pedicure station with one technician working on my foot and Linda started working on my hands. Linda didn’t seem very happy that she had to do my manicure on the side table. Then, I asked her, «I am sorry — is this very uncomfortable for you?» She snarky replied, «Yes it’s uncomfortable, but what can I do when it’s the client’s request». I’ve tried to make pleasantries with her throughout my manicure but she seems rushed and unhappy that there were streams of customers coming in on a Monday — despite it being a holiday. After the quick 10 minute manicure session, I’ve noticed the paint job being very uneven and my nails looking bumpy especially close to my nail beds. My nail beds were not bumpy before and then I’ve realized she scrapped off a layer around my nail bed causing the indents! I wasn’t very happy with my nails but I chose not make a scene.
In summary, I do not recommend Apples and if you do go there, do not go to Linda. This is my first and last experience.
You can see from the pictures that the nail job isn’t done very professionally and not worth $ 15+ for a mani!

Walking into Apple Nails, the all white décor made me think, ‘wow, this place is clean.’ And it was clean. The ladies were all very friendly and the manicure was prompt and easy, and reasonable at $ 13.
Sadly, it did not last. My nails chipped a little by the next day and were completely peeling off by the second. I know manicures can’t last forever, but I really hoped for more than 24 hours.
Not worth it, unless you only need nice nails for the night.