I was here once. I was going on a trip to Vegas with my in-laws (yes, I know. But I actually get along really well and we had a GREAT time. I'd tell you about it, but you know...what happens in Vegas ... Read More
I was here once. I was going on a trip to Vegas with my in-laws (yes, I know. But I actually get along really well and we had a GREAT time. I'd tell you about it, but you know...what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas and all that). Anyway, I was really excited to finally try out this place because I'd heard about it and it came recommended by someone who lives in my condo building. So I made an appointment and got a shellac mani-pedi. Now, I knew going in it was bit pricey, so that's not why it's only 3 stars. And they did a great job (for the life of me I can't remember the names of the 2 women who worked on my mani-padi). What got me was the service. While I was greeted when I came in, it was with no more than a passing thought, as though it was too much of a chore for the woman who was working at the front desk. I didn't wait too long for my appointment, I had just enough time to choose my colours, so I didn't think much of it. People have bad days so it wasn't really a big deal even though it was slightly annoying. However, when I sat down to get my appointment started, I instantly felt as though the two women were in a rush to get me in and out of the salon. I didn't want anything fancy; purple toes with a bit of sparkle; and matching purple fingers, with an accent finger with the same bit of sparkle as my toes. The two women weren't exactly engaging in terms of conversation, but much like the woman working the front desk, I felt they carried on a conversation out of necessity. To be honest, it kind of felt like they were at the end of their shift and in a rush to leave. Granted it was late on a Saturday afternoon, but come on. Be present when you're working with someone. I read another review from a fellow Yelper on here. She described this salon as 'cold and pretentious' and added that 'it's difficult to book other appointments because you're beneath their other clients'. Sadly, that's true. If you're not a regular, attractive or 'posh' enough to their standards, they'll put up with you because they have to. When a regular customer came in and sat down in the chair next to me, I was completely ignored. The staff aren't very welcoming and at the end of the appointment I was asked to leave a tip, as if I was dumb enough not to do such a thing. Let's just say they didn't get much of one. I really don't ask for much, but when I'm being pampered, whether it be on my own or with a friend, I want to have fun and engage in the person I'm working with. This is not the place to go for that as they are sorely lacking in customer service. Read Less