Sweet Nails and Spa

The only place I trust to do my nails in South Austin. Nice big new chairs with a staff that is ready to please. I always go for the deluxe pedicure and the attention to detail is second to none! Make sure and bring some headphones for your favorite music or your favorite book because it is way to peaceful in here for me. But then I am a bigger rocker so I am sure the tranquility is nice for most. Ask for Dr. Nails and you will get Maria. SHE IS THE BOMB!!! And ladies, bring your man in as the have bigger chairs and they will take care of those nails that you have been asking him to do somethin about. I will see you there soon as I will soon be their official greeter! Lol.

I’ve never Unilocaled before, I think it’s for assholes … but I just got the worst acrylic manicure ever. Now pissed every time I look at my hands. Some tips are crooked, some are longer than others, the sides look like shit. When I was washing my hands, one of the employees just hopped in my sink as if I wasn’t there, which just sealed the deal as far as shitty customer service goes. I’ve been going to this place for years, never again.

Maybe go for the pedicures, but skip the manicures.
I’ve been salon hopping in search for the best gel manicure and have been here several times. Mainly because I was really* trying to like this place.
PROS: It’s nearby, the staff is (usually) friendly, it’s well priced, and it’s very clean.
CONS: Their shellac does not last, and they leave uncovered gaps on the sides of nails (both hands and feet). The first time I visited, their shellac lasted 2+ weeks. But, every time after that, it has only lasted a week or less. Their pedicures have actually been one of my favorite in town! However, every single time, they have left gaps unpainted on the sides on my nails. The last time, I had the manicurist redo almost every single nail and she still left 2 with side gaps. That’s when I vowed to never come back for a manicure. How hard is it to paint a full nail?
If you’re nearby and in desperate need of a mani/​pedi, I’d stop in for an okay service. But, other than that, I’d go elsewhere.

Highly recommend LYLA! She’s seriously the sweetest and takes her time. I had to be somewheres in an hour and she did my nails exactly how I wanted them in a timely manner.
HOWEVER, my second time going a lady with drawed in eyebrows, black hair and glasses did my nails (lyla wasn’t there). I asked for a new set and color stating at first she said would be $ 30. she cut my cuticles to where they started bleeding. (Major ouch!) also; she charged me an extra $ 10 for a hand massage. She claims its not included but CLEARLY on their pricing list it says included. I refused to entertain her foolishness because she may of needed the extra $ 10 more than I did. Definitely will not be going to her anymore.

Five stars for the following–
I came in at 4 on Sunday for a set without an appt. they asked if I could come back at 5 and since I really needed some nice nails I had no problem with it. Even though they closed at 6 and only had one hour to do my set, my lovely nail tech Lyla did not rush and was more than gracious in accepting me as a client late in the day. I am very appreciative of that, as the business was honest and upfront on the time constraints of that day but still gave me excellent service when I came back.
Lyla was great and gave me a really beautiful set of pointy almond shaped acrylics, which I know are time consuming. They turned out beautiful and I am so happy. She even massaged cuticle oil after on my fingers so they weren’t dry when I left (in my experience, usually when you just get tips and not a manicure, they tend to send you on your way immediately after painting over the tips so that was a nice finishing touch.)
She also painted my nails beautifully, and I didn’t end up with chunks of gel polish on my cuticles that fall off the next day.
They have a pretty solid menu of pedicure options so I hope to try them next but this is definitely a great place to go in Austin for great nails, especially if you see Lyla. Lots of gel colors to choose from and I even spotted lots of color acrylic options too.

This is your typical Asian style nail salon, however the girls that work here are top-​notch! I’ve been to (almost) every nail salon in Austin, have overpaid at many that have given mediocre manicures and have left telling myself «I’ll never go back!» However once I found this unsuspecting salon (it’s right in the Target parking lot), I have now found my go-​to place! Prices are reasonable and their shellac lasts for 2 weeks or longer (!!!). Ask for MARIA, Moon or Holly as they have always been the best.
Full disclosure: on an off week, I did go to one of the new girls and unfortunately did not have a great shellac experience, but once I called they told me to come back and they would fix it! I did and it was of no charge, which I would expect and was very much appreciated!
Give this salon a try! They’re friendly and hard working which is all I can ask for in a nail salon to get my business.

Antonio did my nails for over a year, and he gives the best manicures and foot massages I have ever had. If I were only rating him, it would be 10 stars. If anyone knows where he has gone, please message me.

My co-​worked and I were meeting up for a lunch mani and pedi session. The place across the street next to Sprouts was packed. I had just been over at Target and noticed that this place was in the shopping center. I called before coming back over there and they said they weren’t busy so we headed over there.
Don’t let the outside fool you. It’s not clearly identified except for the word «Nails» but once you step inside it’s very clean and the people were very accommodating.
We were helped immediately and had someone to do our manis and pedis at the same time. It was dead and it felt great to be able to avoid the hustle and bustle and just have the time to catch up. It’s my little hidden gem now.
Recommend for sure.

Unilocal didn’t let me down with this place. I had a great gel manicure from Maria. She paid wonderful attention to detail and was friendly. The shop was clean and I would definitely return!

Maria did my pedi and Lyla did my mom’s. Kelly did mom’s mani. We love this place! We walked right in, no wait, and immediately these ladies greeted us and started our awesome spa experience! We will definitely be returning! What a treat. These ladies have the best personalities I have ever experienced during a pedicure. It shows they love their job!

I just got a set of solar nails done with Maria and she was excellent! These are going to look great with my Bride of Frankenstein costume for Halloween!

As a second time customer, I would agree that the two different individuals that did my mani/​pedi were great. They both did have limited English proficiency and didn’t understand a few things I asked for. One thing that bothered me the most is that, I am assuming she’s the owner, this lady totally rushed the one that was working on my pedi a few times by walking by, tapping on her shoulder a couple times, dropping lines and so I could tell my lady just started rushing thru it all at the end. I did not appreciate that. There wasn’t even a line.

Today, after reviewing Unilocal quite thoroughly, i had an appointment set up for Maria. I have to admit i was disappointed when i arrived because my appointment was never recorded so i had to wait 20 minutes before she would be available. But I truly needed my nails done and i had already done my research. So i waited. It was completely worth the wait. Maria is a perfectionist when it comes to the details. Cuticles, design, nail shape and even the thorough arm and palm massage. She was completely awesome! Go ahead and try this place, you won’t be disappointed!

Love this place! Maria always does such a great job on my nails and I love her personality and energy! Today I also had Moon do my pedicure and she was great as well. I came a little late and they were still happy to serve me even though we went over their closing time. We had fun and I felt like they really went above and beyond for me today!
The place is lively and clean and everyone in there is friendly and helpful. They have new massage chairs and organic products you can choose for your manis and pedis. Definitely give this place a visit next time you’re looking for nail service!

Super clean place and a lot of friendly faces and smiles. The basic mani/​pedi was relaxing and they did a great job making my ugly hands and feet look great! I’ll be back.

$ 40 for a mani/​pedi that’s more spa-​like than shop-​like is a steal in my book. Great technicians — friendly, professional, relaxing. I got some kind of hot stone thing on my feet — apparently this is part of the regular pedi! Not bad, folks.
Like others have said, don’t come through here in a rush. This is definitely more the relaxing spa pace… which I won’t complain about when I have the time. My mani/​pedi took an hour and a half.
Lastly, they have signs all over their walls but the first timer should know, they really want their tips in cash. Bring them some dollar bills!
p. s. large color selection

2^nd time here and is worth the drive! Very clean and reasonably priced.
Their pedicures are the best in ATX! However, do not be in a hurry. Come to be pampered by some really nice people.

I don’t think I’ve ever had someone so patient, carries a good convo and takes his time! Also, my gel manicures have never lasted more than two weeks, the set he did on me lasted four weeks!!! He’s amazing! Anthonio is the GO to guy!

I had a great experience here! $ 26 for a spa pedicure with callous treatment is awesome! The ladies are super sweet and my pedicurist was professional, understood what i asked her to foes on my heels and did a great job. i’m going back. It was also very clean and no wait on a wednesday afternoon.

Sit back, relax, and let Leum, Cookie, and Moon take care of you!
Some of you may not know this, but Mr. Smidgens is a bit of a germaphobe!
I have been to a few nail salons and up until now, Milk and Honey has been my go to place. Sanitary is the only way I can relax and enjoy my pedicures.
That being said, spending the day with my lovely niece and my beautiful GF we decided to find a place close by. We saw the reviews and I approved. Although I trust no one until I have experienced things first hand.
The first thing I noticed is that the place did not smell like a nail salon. Proper ventilation, check!
There were disposable plastic liners in all the tubs. Sanitary practices, check!
The place was spotless and the way Moon massaged my feet and calves was intoxicating! Bang for your buck, check!
Robynn and my niece also enjoyed their pedicures from Leum and Cookie.
I would highly recommend SN&S after our wonderfully relaxing experience!
Look at my feet! They are magnificent!!!