Diamond Nails

This place does not deserve the horrible rating it has now-​it is GREAT!!! They do a wonderful job and are so attentive. Plus I got TWO massages!

I went here today for the first time and it was an extremely pleasant experience. It was quiet (I went on a Thursday around 4) but not only was it quiet in the sense of not busy, the atmosphere in the salon was quiet. There was classical music, the workers didn’t talk too much, and I didn’t have to engage in conversation. That was perfect because I was tired, had had a very long day, and just wanted to sit for a little bit.
They massage my shoulders and placed warm towels on them while my nails were being painted at no extra charge. The basic manicure was $ 11 and the girl took a long time cleaning and painting them.
I will definitely be returning.

I somewhat enjoyed my experience.
I live in the neighborhood so I randomly made my way in here one day.
Although the staff is great, nice older ladies who are full of spunk… the service was horrendous and overpriced.
I got a full set manicure and pedicure last week and I already have to go back.
Omg, I almost forgot the worst part of it was how slow they went. Almost three hours in there for what I got done and It was NOT crowded.
Not worth it and will not be back.

I live steps away from this salon, and still, I only go in when there’s a nail emergency. The ladies are pushy and slow – two things that are non-​negotiable when it comes to manicures/​pedicures. I went to get an acrylic nail fixed (just one that’d broke). The woman literally just poured chemicals on my finger nails and then DIPPED MY FINGER IN POWDER. I have had acrylics for many years in many places. Never has that been done. Normally, the technician takes a brush, dips in acrylic, drags through the powder and applies to your nail with said brush. This woman literally dipped my finger. I was appalled. Is this a thing? Anyway, I waited for 45 min to fix 1 nail and get a polish change that was mediocre at best. And not to mention, there is no space and its dirty. All this, and still over-​priced! Find another salon!

The staff are super nice, the lady that did my nail took her time doing it which I like, she was so patience with me, I don’t know how to feel about the price it’s 38 dollars for a regular full set they do use a different technique and acrylic, but I personally don’t see the difference between this one and the one tht other nail salon use, I do think they have a great deal for manicure and pedicure only 31 dollars if you get both which I think it’s great, I think I’m definitely going back even if is to get something else besides acrylic nails

This is a cute nail shop. Not the newest in the neighborhood but the staff is full of energetic middle age women who keep you talking. They are sweet and do a good job. 6 visits adds up to a discount.
I like their services. I come here because it’s never too busy and the clients are more mature and mellow. It’s kind of annoying being around teeny boppers.

I had my first-​ever acrylic nail set done here last winter. (Late to the review game, sorry guys). The technician, Hannah, did an awful job. She wore her reading glasses around her neck and squinted at my nails, and then painted them so poorly it made my 7 year old cousin look like a professional. The tips were not put on straight, either. A week later I went to a different salon in Midtown and the owner told me I had the worst manicure she’d ever seen. Definitely wouldn’t recommend anyone going to Diamond, especially if you end up sitting in front of Hannah. Also, not terribly clean.

At the end of the day, they kinda have the only game in town in this neighborhood for good customer service. They’ve gone through staffing changes lately, but they seem to be bouncing back. They are always kind and welcoming, and do good work.

I’ve been coming to Diamond Nails for over seven years. However, the service has deteriorated so much that I vow never to step foot into the salon again.
In January 2014 I went on a snowy day to have my nails done. An inexperienced staff person was assigned to me. The service was awful. Although it was hard to do so, I spoke up and said that the service was sub-​par. I was immediately assigned another staff member who proceeded to, in a rough manner, finish the job. I think she was angry because I complained about the other staff person. I paid for the service and left a good tip but swore to myself I would never go back.
However, I went back last week because I was lazy and did not want to make the effort to find another salon. Same thing happened. This time the inexperience person pretended to cut my toe nails (after I asked her to make them as short as possible). She was so new to the process she seemed to be afraid to cut my nails. The polish application was poor. I paid for the service and left a so-​so tip and swore again I would not go back.
I spoke to the owner who denied there is a problem at the salon.
The service and cleanliness of the salon are lacking so much so that there is no way I can justify ever going back there again. I have a good friend who refuses to go to the salon and I have always defended it. I cannot do so any more.
Also it is true they constantly trying to sell the much more expensive «Spa Pedicure.» I had it once and it involved some greenish powder added to the water and saran wrap. It is also true that the prices for services are not clearly posted.

Eh.

I’m by no means a seasoned mani-​pedi-​er, but this is a great little inexpensive place if you’re a local. Worth the $ 30 for smooth feet and fun-​colored finger nails. It did take a while (they were very busy), which was the only real downfall. But if you’re in the neighborhood and looking for something great you don’t have to trek down to Broadway for, I’d recommend it!

Very disappointed! I was overcharged for no apparent reason! they are dirty and want to get rid of you quickly.

Spring time means #pedicures. Feet emerge from their shoe hibernation, looking aged, dried and miserable. Mine were no exception.
The crew at #NewYorkCity’s Diamond Nails took my friend and I on a busy Saturday and got us immediately set up, feet soaking as we waited for a technician.
We went for the spa pedicure and I’m glad we did– it was so involved. Wraps, rubs, cleanses, scrubs, exfoliation and skin softening. I enjoyed every minute. They were thorough with the nails (trust me, I have problem feet and am rarely satisfied) and also gentle with the bottom of my feet (taking them from crusty to supple in no time).
The reg pedi is about $ 30 but this one was $ 45+ tax and worth every dime. Add a friendly service, even knowing I’m an out-​of-​towner (so no return business possible), and you’ve got a solid shop.
I RECOMMEND: Going in if you are from the area. And splurging on the spa pedi.
EXTRA TIP: Don’t expect a posh spa along with that. The squeeze and shab of the place cost them that last star. AND THE OBVIOUS– WEAR OPEN-​TOED SHOES

I moved to the ‘hood three years ago and tried this place last summer. Never again! No topcoat, a quick-​and-​dirty job, tepid water, zero attention from the pedicurist. When she was «done» she stuck some cotton in my toes and forgot my existence. I had to get up and ask the cashier, «So, do you want some money, or should I just sit here the rest of my life?» Don’t go near this place.

Just moved to the neighborhood and stopped by for a manicure. They sat me in a chair that looked dirty and a a station that was in pretty bad shape. The girl that did my manicure was on the phone for over half of it and then started talking to the girl who was sweeping the floors. The manicure was bad and the shock was that they charged $ 13.00 for it. Supposedly the «hot hand crème» manicure with massage was supposed to be $ 13.00 but suddenly the woman in charge didn’t know what I was talking about though I pointed out the sign on the wall to her. For $ 13.00 I can get a better manicure in a clean salon a half block from my office. I will never go back here again. I prefer to give money to places that act like they are interested in their customers.

I came in with the driest, nastiest nails and Hannah and her crew did a great job cleaning them up and moisturizing my cuticles! It’s not listed on the Unilocal site but they do shellac manicures too! Cheapest I’ve found in the city and a great variety of colors. If you are in the Heights and looking for a quality affordable shellac mani and pedi this is your place!

I went here for a quick pedicure Saturday afternoon. They took me pretty quickly, but the pedicurist did a lousy job and was chatting with another person instead of even looking at my toes. It was just sloppy and unprofessional, and when I asked her to touch a thing or two up she didn’t really listen.
I’m not picky with this stuff, but I don’t think I’d come back here again. Too bad, since there aren’t that many options in the area.