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Nail Salon Near Me in Chicago: 37 Standouts for Expertise, Comfort & Care

Searching for nail salon near me in Chicago? Compare results, hygiene, expertise, price and availability. We reviewed 37 and feature 20 first.

Updated September 5, 202637 options listed · 20 featured
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The short answer

Searching for Nail Salon near me in Chicago? For strong public results signals, start with Fashion Nails and Spa, which has the largest review base among these standouts. Nail Pro has the clearest cleanliness-oriented description, while J Salon has documented Russian-style service. Premier Nails publishes booking and pricing information. For early appointments, 7AM Nail Care is the practical choice; Aria offers a downtown-adjacent spa option.

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SERVICE-SPECIFIC COMPARISON

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Ratings provide context. The ranking also compares the decisions that matter for nail salons.

Resultsrecurring service-satisfaction signals
Cleanlinessrecurring public cleanliness signals, not an inspection
Expertisedocumented fit for the requested service
Price claritytransparent cost and upselling risk
Availabilitybooking and cancellation practicality
Comfortprivacy, communication and traveler fit

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#PlaceBest forResultsExpertisePrice clarityGoogle rating
1Fashion Nails and Spa – Downtown ChicagoHigh-volume downtown choice4.7 rating across 4,555 reviewsNail salon classification onlyNo price listed in supplied facts4.7 (4,555)
2Four Seasons Nail Spa- Downtown ChicagoHighest-rated downtown spa4.9 rating across 1,264 reviewsNail salon classification onlyNo price listed in supplied facts4.9 (1,264)
3Nail Pro – Downtown ChicagoCleanliness-and-comfort signals4.8 rating across 1,544 reviewsNail, eyebrow, and eyelash services listedNo price listed in supplied facts4.8 (1,544)
4Luxo Nail Spa – Wicker ParkCreative nail-art interest4.8 rating across 1,567 reviewsManicures, pedicures, and nail designs documentedNo price listed in supplied facts4.8 (1,567)
5Premier Nails – Nail Salon Downtown ChicagoService-menu and booking research4.9 rating across 709 reviewsMultiple extension and enhancement services documentedWebsite includes dedicated pricing information4.9 (709)
6Princess Nails & Spa Downtown ChicagoLoop location with broad hours4.9 rating across 633 reviewsNail, beauty, eyebrow, and waxing categories listedNo price listed in supplied facts4.9 (633)
7J SalonRussian-style manicure research4.8 rating across 1,182 reviewsRussian-style manicures and pedicures documentedNo price listed in supplied facts4.8 (1,182)
8Aria Nail SpaSpa-oriented South Loop visit5.0 rating across 729 reviewsManicures, pedicures, and spa treatments documentedNo price listed in supplied facts5.0 (729)
97AM Nail Care (Old Town)Early weekday appointments4.8 rating across 1,008 reviewsNail salon classification onlyNo price listed in supplied facts4.8 (1,008)
10NAILaCARTE – River North Nail Salon & Spa | Downtown ChicagoRiver North weekend scheduling4.7 rating across 602 reviewsNail salon classification onlyNo price listed in supplied facts4.7 (602)

Top 10 explained

1Fashion Nails and Spa – Downtown Chicago

High-volume downtown choice
33 E Lake St, Chicago, IL 60601
Results4.7 rating across 4,555 reviewsExpertiseNail salon classification onlyPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Fashion Nails and Spa combines a 4.7 rating with 4,555 reviews, the largest review base in this group. Its Downtown Chicago location and broad daily hours make it a practical starting point for visitors seeking a well-established salon near the Loop.

Why it stands out: Its substantial review volume provides the strongest recurring public satisfaction signal here.
Consider: No supplied pricing, service-menu detail, or booking and cancellation information is available.
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2Four Seasons Nail Spa- Downtown Chicago

Highest-rated downtown spa
16 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60654
Results4.9 rating across 1,264 reviewsExpertiseNail salon classification onlyPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Four Seasons Nail Spa stands out with a 4.9 rating from 1,264 reviews and a River North-adjacent downtown address. Its hours extend to 8 PM Monday, giving some flexibility for after-work visits, though service specialization and pricing are not documented here.

Why it stands out: A high rating paired with more than 1,200 reviews supports a strong public-results signal.
Consider: The supplied evidence does not document cleanliness, expertise, pricing, or appointment policies.
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3Nail Pro – Downtown Chicago

Cleanliness-and-comfort signals
188 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602
Results4.8 rating across 1,544 reviewsCleanlinessPublic description mentions clean, relaxing atmosphereExpertiseNail, eyebrow, and eyelash services listedPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Nail Pro has a 4.8 rating across 1,544 reviews and a supplied description of a modern, inviting space with massage chairs and a clean, relaxing atmosphere. Its weekday hours run to 7 PM, but Sunday is closed and pricing is not supplied.

Why it stands out: The matching public description specifically mentions a clean, relaxing atmosphere and massage chairs.
Consider: Sunday closure and absent price information may complicate weekend or budget planning.
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4Luxo Nail Spa – Wicker Park

Creative nail-art interest
1300 N Ashland Ave Ste 119, Chicago, IL 60622
Results4.8 rating across 1,567 reviewsExpertiseManicures, pedicures, and nail designs documentedPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Luxo Nail Spa in Wicker Park pairs a 4.8 rating with 1,567 reviews. Matching evidence documents manicures, pedicures, nail designs, and creative nail-art positioning, while its 8 PM closing time most days offers useful scheduling flexibility in the neighborhood.

Why it stands out: Nail designs and creative nail-art services are explicitly supported by matching evidence.
Consider: The supplied facts do not establish prices, cleanliness practices, or appointment availability.
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5Premier Nails – Nail Salon Downtown Chicago

Service-menu and booking research
445 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
Results4.9 rating across 709 reviewsCleanlinessWebsite has cleanliness and products informationExpertiseMultiple extension and enhancement services documentedPrice clarityWebsite includes dedicated pricing information

Premier Nails offers the clearest documented service breadth here: manicures, pedicures, Gel-X extensions, acrylic nails, dipping powder, and hard gel. Its website also separates booking, pricing, cleanliness, safety, and products information, while the 4.9 rating comes from 709 reviews.

Why it stands out: The matching website explicitly organizes booking, pricing, cleanliness, and product information.
Consider: Its 10 AM opening and 5 PM Sunday close provide less early or late flexibility.
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6Princess Nails & Spa Downtown Chicago

Loop location with broad hours
25 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Results4.9 rating across 633 reviewsExpertiseNail, beauty, eyebrow, and waxing categories listedPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Princess Nails & Spa has a 4.9 rating from 633 reviews and a central Chicago Loop address. It opens at 9:30 AM daily and lists nail, beauty, eyebrow, and waxing categories, but the supplied evidence does not verify pricing, cleanliness, or specific nail techniques.

Why it stands out: Its rating and central address make it a convenient downtown option with solid public signals.
Consider: The available evidence does not clarify prices, booking rules, or specialized nail expertise.
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7J Salon

Russian-style manicure research
41 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
Results4.8 rating across 1,182 reviewsExpertiseRussian-style manicures and pedicures documentedPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

J Salon combines a 4.8 rating with 1,182 reviews and matching evidence describing Russian-style manicures and pedicures. Another supplied snippet reports chip-free results lasting up to five weeks, but appointments are required and booked online, making advance planning important.

Why it stands out: Russian-style manicure and pedicure specialization is explicitly documented in matching evidence.
Consider: Online appointments are required, so this is less suitable for an unplanned visit.
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8Aria Nail Spa

Spa-oriented South Loop visit
906 S Wabash Ave Unit b, Chicago, IL 60605
Results5.0 rating across 729 reviewsCleanlinessMatching description says clean, modern spaceExpertiseManicures, pedicures, and spa treatments documentedPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

Aria Nail Spa has a perfect supplied rating across 729 reviews and a South Loop address. Matching evidence describes manicures, pedicures, relaxing spa treatments, and a clean, modern space. Its Sunday hours are shorter, and prices or appointment policies are not provided.

Why it stands out: The matching service description supports manicure, pedicure, and spa-treatment fit.
Consider: Sunday closes at 5 PM, while pricing and booking practicality remain unclear.
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97AM Nail Care (Old Town)

Early weekday appointments
1344 N Wells St Ste B, Chicago, IL 60610
Results4.8 rating across 1,008 reviewsCleanlinessSingle-use files and buffers documentedExpertiseNail salon classification onlyPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

7AM Nail Care in Old Town earns a 4.8 rating from 1,008 reviews and opens at 7 AM Monday through Friday. Matching evidence identifies single-use files and buffers as a hygiene practice. Sunday is closed, and the supplied material does not establish pricing or cancellation terms.

Why it stands out: Early weekday opening and documented single-use files support practical planning and hygiene research.
Consider: Sunday closure and unavailable pricing or cancellation details limit spontaneous weekend planning.
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10NAILaCARTE – River North Nail Salon & Spa | Downtown Chicago

River North weekend scheduling
208 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Results4.7 rating across 602 reviewsExpertiseNail salon classification onlyPrice clarityNo price listed in supplied facts

NAILaCARTE offers a River North location, a 4.7 rating, and 602 reviews, with hours listed on both Saturday and Sunday. That weekend availability may suit visitors with weekday commitments, but the evidence does not document specific techniques, cleanliness practices, prices, or booking policies.

Why it stands out: Weekend hours on both Saturday and Sunday create useful scheduling flexibility.
Consider: Its lower rating than several peers and limited service documentation warrant closer menu checking.
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Ranks 11–20

11

LOVE YOU NAIL SALON

Lakeview review depth · LOVE YOU NAIL SALON offers a 4.8 rating across 1,076 reviews on Clark Street.

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Atlantis Nails & Spa

Highly rated River North option · Atlantis Nails & Spa has a perfect supplied rating, though its review base is smaller at 208.

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Luxo Nail Spa Avondale

Avondale spa option · Luxo Nail Spa Avondale combines a 4.7 rating with 944 reviews and spa classification.

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7AM Nail Care (Streeterville)

Streeterville high-rating choice · 7AM Nail Care Streeterville has a 4.9 rating across 934 reviews near Grand Avenue.

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15

Unique nail salon Chicago

River North smaller salon · Unique nail salon Chicago provides a River North option with a 4.7 rating and 306 reviews.

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7AM Nail Care (Lincoln Park)

Lincoln Park branch · 7AM Nail Care Lincoln Park records a 4.8 rating across 658 reviews on Halsted Street.

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The Best Nails Chicago

Lower-rated downtown alternative · The Best Nails Chicago is a downtown option with a 4.3 rating from 211 reviews.

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18

Zero 2 Nail Spa

Compact Old Town option · Zero 2 Nail Spa has a 4.9 rating across 375 reviews on Division Street.

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19

Madelyn Chicago Nail Spa – (WESTLOOP CHICAGO)

West Loop location · Madelyn Chicago Nail Spa offers a West Loop location with a 4.6 rating and 369 reviews.

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20

Tips 312

West-side highly rated choice · Tips 312 records a 4.8 rating from 409 reviews on Ogden Avenue.

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Frequently asked questions

Which salon has the strongest evidence for cleanliness?

Nail Pro is the clearest match because supplied public evidence describes a clean, relaxing atmosphere. 7AM Nail Care Old Town also has a documented single-use file and buffer practice. These are public signals, not an inspection, so visitors should still assess current conditions themselves.

Which options require planning ahead?

J Salon is the clearest planning case: supplied evidence says appointments are required and booked online. For every salon, confirm current availability, service duration, cancellation terms, and whether the exact manicure or enhancement you want is offered before traveling.

Where can I check prices before booking?

Premier Nails has matching website evidence specifically organized around booking and pricing, making it the clearest place to research costs first. Prices were not supplied for the other listed salons, so confirm the full service total and any add-ons directly before treatment.

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