New Magic Fingers

DON’T DO IT!!! If I could give them no stars I would. I tried to use a groupon and was told that I could not use it and they redeemed it anyway. When I asked to speak to the owner they stated he did not wish to speak to me due to his lack of English. DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE.

Went in yesterday bc I had a $ 49 groupon for the mani-​pedi + massage. The pedi was great although I thought I was weird that they switched people half way through. Especially bc the first person (guy) did a much better job in my opinion. It was almost as if they wanted everyone to have a piece of the pie so I’d tip more. So, after the pedi, I got the mani from the lady who finished my pedi. She started off great and did a really good job with everything except for the clear polish. It’s very rough on my fingers and the thumb are chopped already. I got my massage last and I was exactly 50min. Yes, a full body, naked massage. The guy did a great job although he put his elbows in my back too hard a few times. Other than that, it was amazing & relaxing. I left a $ 10 tip + $ 4 for the tax the lady KEPT hounding me about. I would consider going back.

I bought a groupon for this place for a 2 person massage and mani/​pedi. Couldn’t beat a $ 85 total. My husband and I came in on a Tuesday and immediately they led us downstairs for the massage. Man, I would have paid $ 85 JUST FOR ONE MASSAGE FOR MYSELF. This guy knew exactly how to hit all the right spots. By the end of the massage I was all loose and couldn’t believe we still had a mani/​pedi to go.
Also, bonus. They took me and my husband together for the massage so it ALMOST felt like a nice couples massage (the ambiance was not frilly as previously mentioned in the reviews) but it’s hard to complain for the price.
They did my mani pedi exactly how I wanted it: quick, clean, painless, and flawless. They also had an entire wall of colors to choose from so I never felt I was «settling» on a color (I’m sure there are ladies that can understand the struggle).
We were the last customers in that night and I knew we were already past closing time but they insisted we stay a few minutes longer so the polish could dry properly. I appreciate that kind of customer service!
I will be back again when I’m in the area.

My best friend treated us here & I had a phenomenal experience! We got mani’s pedi’s & a 50 minute body massage. I got Irish Coffee on my toes. I couldn’t stop staring at my pretty toes. The massage was superb. I fell asleep when the guy massaged my feet. The music was so soothing & I really felt like I was being taken care of. So thanks to my home girl & the lovely people who work here. Oh my Jesus Lord, I need to come back.

FAR SURPASSED MY EXPECTATIONS! For a spree of the moment walk-​in $ 49 mani/​pedi/​50-​min massage, I figured the experience would be clean and competent and not much more. But, WOW, the results were worth FAR more than the mere $ 49. I will ABSOLUTELY be going back. I tipped at the expected pre-​painting time, then was so pleased that I left extra after for the amazing work they all did.
The pedi was very thorough, complete with a foot massage that felt like someone was actually massaging my feet and legs instead of just petting them. My manicure: the same precision, detail and pressure point focus was applied; no nicks, bubbles or funky shaped nails on this girl! And to top it all off: the massage. *sigh* The massage with Tom was exactly what I needed. Tom thoroughly warmed up my muscles that were cold and tight from the chilly weather, and applied very focused pressure to all areas of my neck, shoulders, back, spine, pelvis and (to my surprise) included my arms, hands, legs, calves (the best!) and feet. 50 minutes of total relaxation.
If you’re weary of the simplicity and no frills of this place, do NOT turn away. It is better service and detail that I’ve received at significantly more boutique spots. Besides, you still get the hilarious people-​watching entertainment often seen at the more bougie locations of observing overly-​critical UWS debutantes snagging the same precise work, but being exasperated about the most mundane and simple things in life. ;)
I’ve found my new «home» here with New Magic Fingers thanks to their quick accommodation, attention, detail, care and amazing affordability. Thank you!

Amazing! Went with the groupon for 1 hr massage + mani/​pedi; the best deal in Manhattan by far. Full price without groupon is only $ 49! Mani-​pedi is not super luxurious but it’s tidy and professional and well worth the price. The massage is amazing. It’s Asian style, VERY hard. If you’ve had deep tissue or sports therapy massage, it’s more like that. The massage therapist is sensitive to the fact that American women often like gentler massages and is careful to ask if he’s going too hard, but why waste his skills? Come here because you, like me, are a dancer and circus performer and want someone to pound out the knots and make you feel reborn. Men, tough women, and especially athletes: this is your guy!
Price: $ 49 base + $ 4 tax + $ 5 tip for manicurist + $ 7 tip for massage therapist = $ 65 total. Still the best damn deal in Manhattan!
I think most of the bad reviews are bourgeoisie yuppies who want butt-​kissing and «ambiance.» Go to midtown and pay twice as much and you’ll get just that. This is high-​quality work at the lowest possible price. There are absolutely no frills. It’s true that you get what you pay for, and a price this low can only cover quality OR ambiance, not both.
Additionally, everyone was extremely polite and friendly, and considerate to make sure my nails were dry before starting. The whole appointment was perfectly on time without waiting. And I didn’t find the basement massage studio offensive: it’s Manhattan. The majority of businesses and residences are crammed awkwardly into small spaces. You want lots of space, go to Westchester. The basement studio was clean and comfortable, dark and relaxing, smelled perfectly pleasant, and he played nice ambient music.

One star bec thr is no zero star. I saw the mixed reviews on Unilocal but decided to go here bec they had a cheap groupon. I hoped I would get lucky. But eh– the manager had a terrible attitude. My groupon was taking a while to open due to range. He threw his paper on my face within 3 minutes of my being there. He had zero patience. My husband and I were so so angry. Though my groupon opened up half way thru my pedicure, I cut short the service to only pedi and walked out after paying the regular price. The prices are reasonable, service is average but I would rather pay 2 bucks extra at alternative nail spa and not kill my remaining day. Not again.

Ive tried several nail salons in the UWS and decided to finally try this place using their mani/​pedi/​50 min massage Groupon. I called ahead to see their availability on Sat afternoon and asked for the price should I decide to upgrade to Shellec mani– $ 20. This was all fine until I got up to pay– $ 24. ($ 4 was tax) — thus the 3 star review. Still the Shellec mani was well done. Yi was meticulous with the mani. Her pedi job not so great though. Massage was decent (your typical NYC basement 2 bed separated by curtain). If your looking for a one stop shop — mani/​pedi/​message — this is an ok place.

Mediocre service, instances of disrespectful attitude from the main staff manager. Would advice not to pay in advance. Once payment is received they provide poor service. Had a similar experience before, thought it was a one time thing so tried again, but service remains below average.

I hated it! A lady sat down to do my toes she got a phone call and left and never came back! A different lady came I asked her to go gently because I had a wart removed recently and she went as rough as can be. They where rude, barely spoke english and the nails didn’t even last a day. It didn’t even last 3 hours. I asked for a design they gave me a blob with spots.
The rushed!

I did not have the best experience here. I came once before for a manicure and pedicure which was fine but lasted less then a week :/​I saw the Groupon deal for a manicure/​pedicure and massage and said why not, I’ll try it again. The mani/​pedi was rushed and once again lasted less then a week. The massage was in the basement of the salon and it was just uncomfortable. It didn’t seem clean, the masseuse didn’t seem like he was experienced, and finally a staff member came down to eat chips on the other side of the curtain. Would not recommend this place, too good to be true.

I had a great experience here. I had a groupon for the 50 minute massage, mani/​pedi. Upgraded my mani to a shellac mani for only $ 16 more. The massage was great. I agree, it was more of a deep tissue — but if that’s not what you want then ask the masseuse for a lighter massage. They were very accommodating the entire way through and I didn’t have to wait at all. The customer service was great and I will definitely be back again. What a deal, and even without a groupon their prices were very good. So happy to have this in my neighborhood. Thanks new magic fingers!

So I’m editing my review from before! I wish I could give this place NO STARS! My pedicure was less than mediocre. It was basically washing my feet. The woman barely scrubs my feet with the same pumice stone she used on the woman right before me and after she rubbed my feet for literally 20 secs each I realize that she didn’t even wash the pumice stone before using it on me. She complained and gave me attitude when I asked her to please remove the extra dead skin around the cuticles on my toes. She barely rubbed my legs or feet and never went past slightly above my ankles when she did the 1 min massage! She flew through painting my toes and then sat me down to do my nails. She asked what shape I wanted and I told her but she didn’t do it anyway… she filed them how she wanted to. Not to mention 2 of them are crooked! I asked her cut my cuticles as they grow kinda thick and she sighed and proceeded to push them back slightly with no effort and then trimmed a tiny bit. She rubbed my hands for 30 secs (I counted in my head lol) used a hot towel that smelled of mildew and then I paid… even with all this horrible service I TIPPED HER! Because after all she did service me. She sped through throwing on the polish which was sloppy… remnants were left on the cuticle and on the edges! I sat down to dry. I dried 3 cycles! No one came up to me and rubbed my shoulders as I saw them do to other customers that paid the same amount as me.
Now this took place at 3pm Friday after which I came home and did nothing! I woke up the next morning and took a shower washed my hair and got out of the tub to see my 3 nails CHIPPED!!! I have NEVER had my nails chip less than 24 hours after getting them done! It’s was July 4^th so I left them chipped because I had a function to go to and didn’t have time… by the time the function started at 1pm All my nails were chipped halfway down and looked as though I had had the mani for a week! I went back on Sunday morning to show them and they ladies that were there said no problem come back! I came back at about 630 that night, and the woman that did them initially was there again. She agreed to repaint them but while doing so made a comment that it WAS MY FAULT that they chipped! Well needless to say I will NEVER step back in here again! And FYI less than 24 hours later again actually no more than 14 hours later 4 nails were chipped and once again it was not due to cleaning, scrubbing or any type of manual labor! All I did was take a shower and I didn’t even wash my hair!!!

I bought a Groupon, massage and Mani /​pedi, and I went there without a reservation after 6pm, Sat. They had a good service. I was confused because they were mostly speaking in Chinese in the beginning, however my nailist gave me very good Mani and pedi. I paid $ 4 for tax and tips. I’d like to go back there.

Awful experience. Bought a groupon to go with my mom for a massage and mani/​pedi. The mani/​pedi was fine. However the massage was terrible. First we were walked down very steep unsecure stairs to the basement, and escorted into «rooms» basically a table with curtains surrounding, not tranquil not any kind of atmosphere for relaxation. The masseurs did not seem to know what he was doing, and am definitely not new to massages. Then all you hear is staff walking back and forth talking with each other. No calming music. It was more uncomfortable than relaxing. I felt so bad taking my mom with me on this failed adventure. Teaches me to always Unilocal/​investigate b4 buying. I give it a star because atleast the mani/​pedi was ok. But never again will I go back.

Love this place! Great service inexpensive prices! We go here each time when we are in town. Walking distance from the café. They are very clean and sterile. They do such a good job doing Mani and pedi, they also do hot towel compress on your hands and feet after cleaning and finish off with lotion and oil massage! Then put nail polish (clear for him/​colored for her) they offer full body massage for $ 10 extra/​10mins as an option.

In these arctic mid-​January winter temps, there are very, very few parts of the human body that need no insulation. And I like to wax these parts. A lot.
I’ve tried Brazilians, and I’ve done bikinis. Finding the latter somewhat pointless, I’m also not the biggest fan of the life-​flashing-​before-​your-​eyes agony of a Brazilian, nor do I long to resemble myself at 5 years of age. My custom somewhere-​in-​between style, dubbed the «ultra-​deep bikini», can be difficult to master.
The lady here did it. Nicely. And it happened to be THE least painful experience I’ve ever had. Her meticulous post-​wax tweezing (which I’ll do without next time) left a couple bumps, but overall I was truly irritation-​free, with no signs of redness. In fact, after the dirty martini I sipped promptly after, I even forgot how much I regretted wearing the tightest skinny jeans I own that day.
As for the space itself: No frills is an understatement. Honestly, the ambiance is as frightening as getting this kind of a waxing done. If the next installation of the film «Hostel» had a spa/​salon theme, this place would be it. Walking down the very steep, bend-​down-​at-​a-​90º-​angle low staircase to a windowless basement with flickering fluorescent lights and water-​stained ceilings is unsettling. Maybe it’s all a ploy, because it made the waxing experience a pleasant surprise. My girl was kind, considerate, and as gentle as could be. And $ 17 total with a same-​day appointment can’t be beat.
My entire experience would’ve been perfectly devoid of any discomfort if only my beloved waxer girl hadn’t walked in on me in the bathroom afterwards. But hey, it wasn’t nothin’ she hadn’t seen before. And she should’ve been very proud of her work.

I found this place on Groupon and decided to give it a try cause it was in my neighbourhood. First thing — the people employeed there can barely speak english. I had a 50min massage and a mani pedi. The massage was one of the worst massages I have ever had in my life. An older guy was my massuse and I highly doubt if he had ever gave a massage before in his life. Half of the things he did was painful (not in a good-​muscle-​relaxing way) and not in any chronological order. Next was the pedi. My feet were really bad because of my job in which I am mostly standing. So the girl started with the normal: removing nail poilsh, washing etc. After just a fee minutes I realized she is about to put my new nailpolish when I asked her «What about this (and pointed to my callus on which she just repeated — that’s 5 more dollars. I was like ok, I don’t care just fix it. The poor girl was obviously having dificulties with this and after a few more minutes she asked me if its okay and it was still not. Thank God the owner (probably) was right next to us and told her to step away and he fixed my feet.
The last thing was the manicure. This was the not so terrible part from the entire experience. But be sure not to have red nail polish before you come here, because they won’t remove all of it. All in all, never going back there again.

Very poor customer service. The staff manager or owner (I don’t know which she is) was totally trash talking the clients, thinking no one understands her. Terrible mistake. Some of the comments she made were absolutely ridiculous.
Very poor workflow management as well– people who came first were served later.
Additionally, the equipment were old and I wonder if the nail stuff was sanitized… Chair covers were ripping, fans not working. Not good.
Lastly, the actual service I came for– manicure and pedicure was mediocre. Honestly I could probably do better.
Will probably never come back here again.

When you call this place, they always answer «Hello?»
Strange. Confusing.
Probably the worst pedicure I’ve ever had. The massage chairs might as well just be regular chairs. The girl was nice but did nothing that I couldn’t do at home myself. And when I left and got on the bus, I immediately noticed that BOTH big toenails were chipped. I mean, that’s a new record.
For the «massage,» the conditions could not have been worse.
TIP TO BUSINESS OWNERS: Buy a candle. Spray some Febreeze. Play some music. Get some dim light source. ANY light. Hide the utility closet better. Hire a masseuse that isn’t your teenaged nephew.
Shan’t be returning.