Mimi Salon

It’s been many many years since I’ve gone to Mimi Salon for my mani but today something told me to give them a GO (actually, it was the closet salon in my travels down S. Grand but whatever) I’m glad I decided to stop in for service. I waited at least a week too long for my mani/​pedi and my brows were also going crazy so I reluctantly allowed Mimi to have its way with me.
I get Gel Polish over my real nails for a short, neat, natural look. I also got a pedi; which was quick but very thoroughly done in the massage chair; also with matching pink Gel polish. The brow wax made me nervous because I cherish my thick brows. I only like them shaped slightly to get rig of fly aways lol…
The tech did an amazing job at each and every service.
Sure this place is tucked away in a tiny corner building resembling a shack, yes it’s clustered and the techs are probably a bit rough around the edges but I classify them as «seasoned» I’ll be back again for sure. This was $ 57 dollars well spent.

I was really excited seeing all the great reviews. We got there and waited forever, which normally I wouldn’t mind but there was only 2 people working and one just standing around. Some dude was trying to sell us fake purses and was a complete asshole. I had 3 different people work on my nails and all had bad attitudes. When I called ahead of time and asked about the gel they told me 15 when really it was 15 extra on top of the manicure price. VERY DIRTY. The last man who worked on my nails (why there was more than one I dont know) definitely cut me and didnt apologize. When I asked him to do an extra coat he refused, so they are now transparent. The gel is uneven and very sloppy. Unsanitary, rude, and bad manicurists. Dont know how this place ever got a good review. Would rather pay the extra 5 $ to go to a way better salon.

The eyebrows I got done here were great! Very nicely done and $ 7 is a steal for the work! The place looks like somewhere you would skip, but I highly recommend it!

$ 7 eyebrow waxing, yes please!
Area is kind of shady, and workers were giving themselves pedicures when I walked in. But one worker hopped up instantly and did a good job.

Love this place. Staff are friendly, prices are pretty cheap. It may look a little sketchy from the outside and I can’t seem to find their actual sign, and their nail color choices could use a revamping. Regardless this is my go-​to place for a mani-​pedi.

Basic pedi & mani spot minus ANY frills. But good service & the best price. I got pedi, gel nail, eyebrow & lip waxed for $ 50 w/​o tip. I’ll be back.

Was a tad nervous to try out a place in the city. I live so close to this place that I just had to try it. I am not a nail salon snob so if you are you probably won’t like it as much as an upscale place. don’t provide drinks or anything, but I had a great experience. got in quick, attention to detail, didn’t feel rushed and only $ 20. my toes look great. I will definitely go back soon.

I really liked this place. I got a nail polish change with a design, eyebrows, and a pedicure for $ 36.
I really enjoyed that the guy who did my pedi and nails did not really talk. I enjoy the awkward silence. It gives me time to think. After a long day of work, I like to skip the small talk. He was also very thorough and his work was clean. I went on a Thursday in the late afternoon, and I was the only one there. After about fifteen minutes, a lot of people came in asking to get their eyebrows done.
I liked how the woman did my eyebrows. They weren’t too thin and they were defined. I have a hard time shaping my own brows :/​
For the price and the thoroughness, I will be back again– probably every week for a nail polish change and a design, and every month for a pedicure as long as I can afford it :)

Love this place AND they do an awesome job! Prices are cheap for the services. The wait isn’t bad either because you are constantly entertained by the patrons that walk in this place. Today, I had the opportunity to purchase $ 300 Michael Kors watches for $ 75 and Chanel sunglasses for $ 15. A steal? Probably.

Good prices and good service.
Price List as of June 2011
Full Set $ 18 & up
Fill $ 13 & up
Manicure $ 10
Pedicure $ 20
Nail Repair $ 2 & up
Nail Take Off $ 10
Nail Design $ 5 & up
There was not a long wait when I went on a Sunday afternoon but I called ahead to see if they had time. I have not tried the waxing services, but my nails have been great every time.

CAUTION!: can get extremely ghetto. Don’t act shocked, this is S. Grand. But still i love this place cheap mani, pedi and eyebrows and they do an absolute wonderful job.

I absolutely love this place and I come here every time I want to get my nails done. It is pretty wild with its décor. It’s a mixture of 80s décor with an Asian twist. Definitely different than if you were to go to a shop in West County and half the price at that.
Manis — $ 10
Pedis — $ 20
Eyebrows — $ 7
They do an excellent job everytime, and I see no flaws in their work. The only reason I am not giving this place a 5 star rating is how they conduct the waits. It can get a little crowded, and the way the handle them isn’t exactly top notch. Like they will point at you to come as the next person without asking if you are even the next one in line. So bottom line — not as organized. Other than that — it’s all good, yo!

With 80’s nails posters on the walls and Asian inspired statues looking out through the window you’ll know you definitely aren’t in Kansas anymore.
When you walk in you’ll immediately be asked by one of the nail techs what you want. Pedicure, Manicure, Eyebrow wax, etc. You can then pick the color you want. They do carry OPI but I’m pretty sure they dilute it. They also offer design, either hand paint or airbrush. This is really cool watching them hand paint the design on and is only a few dollars more.
If you’re getting a pedicure I wouldn’t recommend having the massaging feature on the chair turned on. You aren’t given any controls for this and the massage knobs in the chair are pushed out so far that it is uncomfortable instead of relaxing.
All in all this place is okay for a quick pedicure. It’s definitely the cheapest I’ve seen around and the polish doesn’t chip off too easily.