white birch nail & spa - New York (NY)

lu gonzález The cliff notes: I went in for a last minute Mani Pedi on a Saturday night (7pm) for that reason alone you should go lol their availability is great. The staff is AMAZING. Jessica and Marisol were so wonderful, very precise and did beautiful work. Prices are very fair, Id say you get really great value for your money. Because it was last minute and I wasnt wearing the proper shoes, I messed up my beautiful perfect Mani Pedi. (will address this at the end) I had taken two steps out the door when I realized so I came back in. Mind you, it was 9 oclock and they were pretty much closed. I had already paid, had no cash on me. They welcomed me back in and I kid you not redid my entire manicure in like 10-15min. It looks amazing still, considering everything. And they couldve easily turned me away. They also ended up gifting me a pair of flipflops because of the no cash situation. They were incredible. I needed nails for an event Im going tomorrow and my nails look so pretty!!! Im beyond ecstatic with my choice (I chose for proximity from my hotel, didnt even read reviews first) and the whole service/experience was amazing. And yes they offer complimentary drinks (water, tea, wine) Its a 10/10 for me. The only small nitpick is that they charge like $2 extra for the fast drying topcoat. I dont know much about nails and I had never been asked for this type of surcharge before, so it didnt really click that it was important (really important) My advice is that all the packages (I got sea spa) should have the fast drying stuff already included/priced in and if youre going to do that to maybe offer it as a "fast drying manicure/pedicure" from the start (like we have "gel manicure" now) just so its more clear to clueless customers like myself. After 30 minutes flapping my hands around the polish still wasnt quite set so I ruined them (just a little bit) once again. Of course its my own fault for not getting the stuff but I truly didnt know it was needed. (You can see the imperfections in the photos but they were sooo perfect, and for such a quick fix you wouldnt really know!) Anyway that has nothing to do with the staff, those are the business decisions taken by the owners. So thats my review. I did love it, the staff, atmosphere, that gorgeous light fixture and the massage chairs were superb. The slow drying stuff sucked, but thats like 90% my fault lol. If youre debating about going, just go! Just remember to get the fast drying stuff or be prepared to sit there for a loong time (and even then ..lol) anyway, thank you to everyone!!!

Sarah Khalil I have been a customer at Polished NYC for just over a year. Elina is my favorite technician to see. She is so talented, and has taken my nails from short and unhealthy to long and healthy. She is just the best! The girls at the front counter- Amalia and Vera- are also so sweet. Very friendly atmosphere and the most long lasting Russian manicures I’ve had done.

Viktorija Grillo I recently moved back to the UWS and am not so impressed with the nail salons up here but luckily I found Angel Nail Spa!! I called to inquire about a pedicure and was able to get one the same day! This adorable, small salon is clean and well kept. I was impressed with the perfect amount of space for the pedicure chairs versus the manicure stations. Only a few people can be serviced at a time so it is truly a relaxing environment. No cell phone usage is a huge plus for me! Very reasonable prices within the range you’d expect. My pedicure was beyond relaxing and came out flawless! The woman really took her time and cleaned my nails up nicely. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a solid and clean spot.

D S I had a fantastic experience! I was able to book a last-minute appointment with no hassle, and the service exceeded my expectations. From the friendly atmosphere—complete with drinks and refreshments—to the meticulous attention to detail, I felt truly valued as a customer. My nail technician took the time to ensure my nails were perfectly shaped and smooth. I’m beyond happy with my pedicure, and the pricing is very reasonable. Highly recommend!

Hà Phương Vũ This is my nails after 3 weeks. Absolutely love this place. My nail tech (I believe her name is Young Ji) is very gentle and did a very great job. She made sure that I like the color and the shape before moving on. I’m pretty picky when it comes to my cuticle skin, she did a great job but it was still not the best for me. The salon was cleaned, all the tools they use were sanitized, which made me so impressed. The pedicure was okay, not too excellent. I guess the pedicurist was new, but they’re all so nice to me. I paid $50 for my manicure, $60 for pedicure, which I think pretty reasonable. Definitely have to go back if I have a chance

Jamie Wernet A few years ago I decided I wanted to be a nail girlie. When a different salon totally cooked my nails with Gel-X extensions, I thought I could never keep it up. Now you’ll find me at M&M studios every three weeks, happy as a clam and sporting gorgeous nails. I do a gel fill so I don’t have to soak my nails in acetone. It looks perfect and honestly lasts me 3-4 weeks. I only come back in week three because the regrowth bugs me — I’ve never had a chip or a break. Kana does a beautiful job every time. And, they’re dog friendly and so sweet to my dog when she tags along. So glad I found this place!

Alana Lee I came here after reading the positive reviews and they did not disappoint. I had to remove my old gel powder manicure because it was chipping off, and got a fresh set--the total came out to be $99 including tip for powder, gel polish, tip extensions and French manicure design. It was so well worth it though! Amber did my nails and I highly recommend her for a powder gel manicure, especially if you want any kind of design. They had great service, amazing attention to detail and really listened to what I wanted. I am pretty picky when it comes to what color, shape, and design I want, and feel that if Im paying for a service like nails I want to be happy with the outcome. I was very happy with the process and outcome, and will definitely be coming back.

Nancy Seriously the best manicure I’ve ever had! I got my nails done here SIX weeks ago, and they still look amazing (see photos). Obviously my nails have grown out but the polish has not chipped or peeled one bit. The technicians are super skilled, funny, and friendly. I definitely recommend getting a “Cat Eye Gel Manicure” here. I’ve gotten so many compliments on them. Thank you!

Nyasha Baly LAK nails does amazing work! Im so satisfied with our nails. Their customer service was fabulous, they greeted us with great energy! And took such careful time preparing our nails, cutting and cleaning our cuticles. And providing beautiful nail color suggestions. I will be a returning client. Please come & get the best service! My nails have lasted as well!

Karen Morgan I had heard of Spa Blue from friends and family and so decided to go there for a manicure and pedicure and I was so impressed. It is fabulous! The staff are kind and well trained and the manager Lucy made me feel so comfortable, she is warm and friendly and welcomes each client as a friend, and one definitely leaves as a friend. On top of the great treatment, my nails lasted almost a month before I saw any chipping ! Thank you Spa Blue, I will be back the next time I visit the city and I will recommend you to all my friends who visit New York !