23 Reviews

Truly Nails

Johnston, Iowa
Reviews
Christine White
16 Jun 2018
REPORT
I happen to be in Johnston a month ago and stopped in for a pedicure. Fantastic service with great attention to detail. Everyone is so friendly (which is hard to find sometimes). Drove out today from ... Read More
I happen to be in Johnston a month ago and stopped in for a pedicure. Fantastic service with great attention to detail. Everyone is so friendly (which is hard to find sometimes). Drove out today from the NE side of DesMoines and was met with the same experience. I will back. This place is a GEM!!! Read Less
Mimi Willoughby
15 Apr 2018
REPORT
This is my favorite place to get my nails done!
Graphic Formation LLC
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
I had such a great experience here. The service was amazing, and welcoming. I live in Des Moines and I think this is now the place I will always come to!
Michelle A.
4 Mar 2018
REPORT
Very nice service. My first time going, i usually go to another salon. this one was the same price and faster for dip. the man that did my nails was nice and actually had a conversation with me (the o... Read More
Very nice service. My first time going, i usually go to another salon. this one was the same price and faster for dip. the man that did my nails was nice and actually had a conversation with me (the other salon didn't.) very nice. i would recommend to anyone. i will be back. Read Less
Cammie Hall
13 Jan 2018
REPORT
I have not had one bad experience here. The staff is wonderful. They are quick getting you in as a walk in on a busy Saturday just to fix my broken nail. My husband even enjoys going for a manicure. W... Read More
I have not had one bad experience here. The staff is wonderful. They are quick getting you in as a walk in on a busy Saturday just to fix my broken nail. My husband even enjoys going for a manicure. We will continue to go to this salon. Read Less
josh s
14 Dec 2017
REPORT
I got a pedicure from Van on my first visit yesterday. She was very friendly and thorough. I recommend the firewalker for a good spa pedicure at a reasonable price. I will definitely be back!
Cassandra A.
31 Aug 2017
REPORT
Always a great experience.  Clean, helpful and my polish lasts longer than any other salon I have been to.
Sandi G.
2 Aug 2017
REPORT
This is my favorite salon for mani's and pedi's. Everyone is so detailed and they do a tremendous job. Plus most the people can speak English and it makes communication so much easier. I highly recomm... Read More
This is my favorite salon for mani's and pedi's. Everyone is so detailed and they do a tremendous job. Plus most the people can speak English and it makes communication so much easier. I highly recommend this place!!!! Read Less
Billy Pedersen
3 Jul 2017
REPORT
This is my absolute favorite place to get manicures and pedicures! They do a wonderful job and are so polite!
Dawn A.
4 Sep 2016
REPORT
This is by far the cleanest and most organized salon I have been!! They did a great job on my pedicure and waxing. I highly recommend them!!
Kerry C.
29 Jun 2016
REPORT
I've been a customer since 2008 when my sister-in-law recommended Truly Nails. Their acrylic and gel nails are fantastic. Super nice people, comfy but not stuffy atmosphere. Walk ins always welcome, t... Read More
I've been a customer since 2008 when my sister-in-law recommended Truly Nails. Their acrylic and gel nails are fantastic. Super nice people, comfy but not stuffy atmosphere. Walk ins always welcome, too. Love Tammy and the girls! Read Less
Kerry Connolly
19 Aug 2015
REPORT
I've been a customer here for 3 years and have always been happy with my mani/pedi results. The one and only time I had a problem with my shellac chipping off in a couple days I went back and they red... Read More
I've been a customer here for 3 years and have always been happy with my mani/pedi results. The one and only time I had a problem with my shellac chipping off in a couple days I went back and they redid my nails at no cost. Tammy and her crew are super nice and the facility very clean. I'm a satisfied customer who is a little picky but they don't mind that at all.Read Less
Lisa S.
6 Apr 2015
REPORT
They have always done a nice job with the pedicures I've had there.  My complaint is that I made an appointment for my adult daughter and I to have our Pedicures done.  I asked for 10:00 and she asked... Read More
They have always done a nice job with the pedicures I've had there.  My complaint is that I made an appointment for my adult daughter and I to have our Pedicures done.  I asked for 10:00 and she asked if we could come at 9:30.  I said ok, and when we got there another lady had just walked in to ask for a pedicure and she said she didn't make an appointment so we should go ahead of her. Well, they started on me right away but not my daughter. They let my daughter soak while they worked on the other lady.  It was poor customer service. It's great when they give a massage while your under the dryer for a pedicure, but that's hit or miss too.  In the past when I've gone there, they've asked 'did you make appointment (while they're working on me)?' so I figured it would be a good idea to do that.  If they would pay attention to who made appointments and service those people first, I would have given them 5 stars. Read Less
Jessica Rae
25 Mar 2015
REPORT
Terrible. I stopped getting acrylic nails years ago because of the damage it does. I now get shellac instead even though it takes some time to soak it off. I just went to Truly Nails to get a shell... Read More
Terrible. I stopped getting acrylic nails years ago because of the damage it does. I now get shellac instead even though it takes some time to soak it off. I just went to Truly Nails to get a shellac polish change and instead of waiting for my existing shellac to soak off, my nail tech used the grinder to grind it off. She didn't even get all of the old shellac off before she started applying the new polish. My nails are now damaged to the extent that they used to be with acrylic nails. My polish is bumpy from my damaged nails, and from not removing all of the old shellac. While I was having mine done, another technician was doing her own nails, and she soaked them off the way you're supposed to......why wouldn't you give your customers the same treatment?? To make it worse, she didn't want to apply a second coat of color, and after just one coat it was very streaky. Thankfully she applied the second coat, or I would have had to go somewhere else to have them redone. Lastly (and this is something I could have over looked if my experience wasn't already bad), their lights for shellac are I believe 5 minute lights. Most places have lights that are much faster. It made the In between coats, my nail technician was on her cellphone. Again, something I wouldn't be opposed to if my experience was great up to this point. Oh, and the neck rub was just not needed and kind of creepy. Read Less
Jen B.
14 Mar 2015
REPORT
My last trip to this nail salon.  Slow service.  Tell me it will be 45 minutes so I can choose to wait or not.  Don't put me in a chair to soak for 45 minutes!!  Horrible job on my toes.  My toes look... Read More
My last trip to this nail salon.  Slow service.  Tell me it will be 45 minutes so I can choose to wait or not.  Don't put me in a chair to soak for 45 minutes!!  Horrible job on my toes.  My toes look like a 2 yr old painted them!!! Save ur money or choose a good nail salon!! Read Less
Lillian C.
20 Jan 2015
REPORT
We love to have breakfast and lunch at this wholesome upscale Bistro. The wait staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. The outside seating is wonderful and the food is always fresh and well prepar... Read More
We love to have breakfast and lunch at this wholesome upscale Bistro. The wait staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. The outside seating is wonderful and the food is always fresh and well prepared. The organic selections are just what we look for in healthful dining. The wine and coffee pair nicely with their menu items. We both have food allergies and the staff accommodate all our needs with gluten free options and cooked to order menu items. Read Less
Kerry C.
4 Jan 2014
REPORT
This is the only nail salon in the Des Moines area that I frequent. The price is right and my shellac nails last 2+ weeks. Pedicures are a dream. Just an all over great experience tucked away in Johns... Read More
This is the only nail salon in the Des Moines area that I frequent. The price is right and my shellac nails last 2+ weeks. Pedicures are a dream. Just an all over great experience tucked away in Johnston!! Read Less
C L.
14 Nov 2013
REPORT
worst experience ever!I took a friend's daughter with me for a bit of girl time while my husband was at the movies.  We said what we wanted, picked our colors  and sat  down in the chair for our pedis... Read More
worst experience ever!I took a friend's daughter with me for a bit of girl time while my husband was at the movies.  We said what we wanted, picked our colors  and sat  down in the chair for our pedis.  the two ladies went to work and our pedicures went well.  I sat down for my manicure first, when the friends daughter was done she came to sit near me but was redirected to another table.  the manicures started out fine until the ladies all started arguing.  it was very apparent by the hand gestures one of the ladies was making she didn't feel the women doing our manicures should be doing them.  the argument went on for a good 20 minutes if not more.  after a bit one of the ladies, who appeared to be in charge but was also the one doing most of the yelling apologized for their chatter.  I didn't say anything back. after we paid I apologized to my friends daughter for what happened.  she said she never felt so uncomfortable...that should mean something coming from a teenager!  I wil never ever go back to this placeI did not once see them disinfect the.pedicure tubs, she just wiped it down with a rag Read Less
haleycee
7 Sep 2013
REPORT
My boyfriend and I went in together. We both asked for regular pedicures and I also needed a fill, 1 nail repair, and polish change. My boyfriend got charged for a deluxe pedicure he didn't even ask f... Read More
My boyfriend and I went in together. We both asked for regular pedicures and I also needed a fill, 1 nail repair, and polish change. My boyfriend got charged for a deluxe pedicure he didn't even ask for. The nail I got repaired on my left index finger ended up being way longer than the right index finger. Not only that they also charged $25 for a fill when I got my nails originally put on for $25 at another place. After we had spent over an hour and half there we tried to pay and leave quickly so we would still have time to run errands and I told the lady about my uneven nail length and she insisted on filing it down real quick but I said no because I wanted to leave and it wouldn't look good but she went and grabbed a file while we were trying to pay and took my hand and starts filing anyways. The nail ended up looking worse than before and not only still uneven length but also crooked too. We ended up paying $91 dollars all together for the worst service at a nail salon I've ever had. And to top it all off the lady who did my nails was a complete snob to me the entire time and was very unpleasant and rude. never going back again Read Less
Renee Parscale
25 Jun 2013
REPORT
I was in town for soccer tourney and had some down time. Got a pedicure and while waiting for nails to dry got an amazing shoulder rub. Very nice people!
Erin K.
17 May 2013
REPORT
I had my nails done here 15 days ago.  My nails STILL look perfect (I got the gel manicure).  They were super nice, letting me change my mind on colors after they started, making sure my friends and I... Read More
I had my nails done here 15 days ago.  My nails STILL look perfect (I got the gel manicure).  They were super nice, letting me change my mind on colors after they started, making sure my friends and I could stay together so we could chat while we got our nails done and fixing my friend's pedicure when she accidentally smudged one of her toes.  I will definitely be back!! Read Less
Andrea T.
6 Aug 2011
REPORT
I normally go to a nail salon in the Jordan Creek area but I was over in the Grimes/Johnston area so I Googled for one closer to me.  I stumbled upon Truly Nails and figured I would give it a shot.Whe... Read More
I normally go to a nail salon in the Jordan Creek area but I was over in the Grimes/Johnston area so I Googled for one closer to me.  I stumbled upon Truly Nails and figured I would give it a shot.When I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised to see a really nice looking place.  They had plenty of nail tables and pedicure massage chairs.  I have found that a lot of the nail salons around the Des Moines area are outdated and look dirty.  Not this place!  I did have a little bit of a wait for a pedicure but that was fine as I was not in a hurry.  You might want to make an appointment if you are in a hurry.The lady that did my pedicure was very good and meticulous.  She gave a wonderful massage and my toes look great!  They also have a light drying table.  All of the other places I have been around Des Moines have a light/blow dryer thing (what I consider to be strange) and they are always sooo dusty.  Their light table was clean and quiet!Why only 4 stars then?  They are very pressuring to try and get you to do other services.  I was repeatedly asked to get a manicure and each time told them no thank you but they kept trying.  I do not like being asked again and again after saying no the first time.Well worth the short wait for a great pedicure! Read Less
A Google User
27 Mar 2010
REPORT
Great pink & whites! Tom did a great job & was very knowledgible. Will totally go back.
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Truly Nails

Johnston, Iowa
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8460 Birchwood Court
Johnston Iowa 50131
Christine White
16 Jun 2018
REPORT
I happen to be in Johnston a month ago and stopped in for a pedicure. Fantastic service with great attention to detail. Everyone is so friendly (which is hard to find sometimes). Drove out today from ... Read More
I happen to be in Johnston a month ago and stopped in for a pedicure. Fantastic service with great attention to detail. Everyone is so friendly (which is hard to find sometimes). Drove out today from the NE side of DesMoines and was met with the same experience. I will back. This place is a GEM!!! Read Less
Mimi Willoughby
15 Apr 2018
REPORT
This is my favorite place to get my nails done!
Graphic Formation LLC
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
I had such a great experience here. The service was amazing, and welcoming. I live in Des Moines and I think this is now the place I will always come to!
Michelle A.
4 Mar 2018
REPORT
Very nice service. My first time going, i usually go to another salon. this one was the same price and faster for dip. the man that did my nails was nice and actually had a conversation with me (the o... Read More
Very nice service. My first time going, i usually go to another salon. this one was the same price and faster for dip. the man that did my nails was nice and actually had a conversation with me (the other salon didn't.) very nice. i would recommend to anyone. i will be back. Read Less
Cammie Hall
13 Jan 2018
REPORT
I have not had one bad experience here. The staff is wonderful. They are quick getting you in as a walk in on a busy Saturday just to fix my broken nail. My husband even enjoys going for a manicure. W... Read More
I have not had one bad experience here. The staff is wonderful. They are quick getting you in as a walk in on a busy Saturday just to fix my broken nail. My husband even enjoys going for a manicure. We will continue to go to this salon. Read Less
josh s
14 Dec 2017
REPORT
I got a pedicure from Van on my first visit yesterday. She was very friendly and thorough. I recommend the firewalker for a good spa pedicure at a reasonable price. I will definitely be back!
Cassandra A.
31 Aug 2017
REPORT
Always a great experience.  Clean, helpful and my polish lasts longer than any other salon I have been to.
Sandi G.
2 Aug 2017
REPORT
This is my favorite salon for mani's and pedi's. Everyone is so detailed and they do a tremendous job. Plus most the people can speak English and it makes communication so much easier. I highly recomm... Read More
This is my favorite salon for mani's and pedi's. Everyone is so detailed and they do a tremendous job. Plus most the people can speak English and it makes communication so much easier. I highly recommend this place!!!! Read Less
Billy Pedersen
3 Jul 2017
REPORT
This is my absolute favorite place to get manicures and pedicures! They do a wonderful job and are so polite!
Dawn A.
4 Sep 2016
REPORT
This is by far the cleanest and most organized salon I have been!! They did a great job on my pedicure and waxing. I highly recommend them!!
Kerry C.
29 Jun 2016
REPORT
I've been a customer since 2008 when my sister-in-law recommended Truly Nails. Their acrylic and gel nails are fantastic. Super nice people, comfy but not stuffy atmosphere. Walk ins always welcome, t... Read More
I've been a customer since 2008 when my sister-in-law recommended Truly Nails. Their acrylic and gel nails are fantastic. Super nice people, comfy but not stuffy atmosphere. Walk ins always welcome, too. Love Tammy and the girls! Read Less
Kerry Connolly
19 Aug 2015
REPORT
I've been a customer here for 3 years and have always been happy with my mani/pedi results. The one and only time I had a problem with my shellac chipping off in a couple days I went back and they red... Read More
I've been a customer here for 3 years and have always been happy with my mani/pedi results. The one and only time I had a problem with my shellac chipping off in a couple days I went back and they redid my nails at no cost. Tammy and her crew are super nice and the facility very clean. I'm a satisfied customer who is a little picky but they don't mind that at all.Read Less
Lisa S.
6 Apr 2015
REPORT
They have always done a nice job with the pedicures I've had there.  My complaint is that I made an appointment for my adult daughter and I to have our Pedicures done.  I asked for 10:00 and she asked... Read More
They have always done a nice job with the pedicures I've had there.  My complaint is that I made an appointment for my adult daughter and I to have our Pedicures done.  I asked for 10:00 and she asked if we could come at 9:30.  I said ok, and when we got there another lady had just walked in to ask for a pedicure and she said she didn't make an appointment so we should go ahead of her. Well, they started on me right away but not my daughter. They let my daughter soak while they worked on the other lady.  It was poor customer service. It's great when they give a massage while your under the dryer for a pedicure, but that's hit or miss too.  In the past when I've gone there, they've asked 'did you make appointment (while they're working on me)?' so I figured it would be a good idea to do that.  If they would pay attention to who made appointments and service those people first, I would have given them 5 stars. Read Less
Jessica Rae
25 Mar 2015
REPORT
Terrible. I stopped getting acrylic nails years ago because of the damage it does. I now get shellac instead even though it takes some time to soak it off. I just went to Truly Nails to get a shell... Read More
Terrible. I stopped getting acrylic nails years ago because of the damage it does. I now get shellac instead even though it takes some time to soak it off. I just went to Truly Nails to get a shellac polish change and instead of waiting for my existing shellac to soak off, my nail tech used the grinder to grind it off. She didn't even get all of the old shellac off before she started applying the new polish. My nails are now damaged to the extent that they used to be with acrylic nails. My polish is bumpy from my damaged nails, and from not removing all of the old shellac. While I was having mine done, another technician was doing her own nails, and she soaked them off the way you're supposed to......why wouldn't you give your customers the same treatment?? To make it worse, she didn't want to apply a second coat of color, and after just one coat it was very streaky. Thankfully she applied the second coat, or I would have had to go somewhere else to have them redone. Lastly (and this is something I could have over looked if my experience wasn't already bad), their lights for shellac are I believe 5 minute lights. Most places have lights that are much faster. It made the In between coats, my nail technician was on her cellphone. Again, something I wouldn't be opposed to if my experience was great up to this point. Oh, and the neck rub was just not needed and kind of creepy. Read Less
Jen B.
14 Mar 2015
REPORT
My last trip to this nail salon.  Slow service.  Tell me it will be 45 minutes so I can choose to wait or not.  Don't put me in a chair to soak for 45 minutes!!  Horrible job on my toes.  My toes look... Read More
My last trip to this nail salon.  Slow service.  Tell me it will be 45 minutes so I can choose to wait or not.  Don't put me in a chair to soak for 45 minutes!!  Horrible job on my toes.  My toes look like a 2 yr old painted them!!! Save ur money or choose a good nail salon!! Read Less
Lillian C.
20 Jan 2015
REPORT
We love to have breakfast and lunch at this wholesome upscale Bistro. The wait staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. The outside seating is wonderful and the food is always fresh and well prepar... Read More
We love to have breakfast and lunch at this wholesome upscale Bistro. The wait staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. The outside seating is wonderful and the food is always fresh and well prepared. The organic selections are just what we look for in healthful dining. The wine and coffee pair nicely with their menu items. We both have food allergies and the staff accommodate all our needs with gluten free options and cooked to order menu items. Read Less
Kerry C.
4 Jan 2014
REPORT
This is the only nail salon in the Des Moines area that I frequent. The price is right and my shellac nails last 2+ weeks. Pedicures are a dream. Just an all over great experience tucked away in Johns... Read More
This is the only nail salon in the Des Moines area that I frequent. The price is right and my shellac nails last 2+ weeks. Pedicures are a dream. Just an all over great experience tucked away in Johnston!! Read Less
C L.
14 Nov 2013
REPORT
worst experience ever!I took a friend's daughter with me for a bit of girl time while my husband was at the movies.  We said what we wanted, picked our colors  and sat  down in the chair for our pedis... Read More
worst experience ever!I took a friend's daughter with me for a bit of girl time while my husband was at the movies.  We said what we wanted, picked our colors  and sat  down in the chair for our pedis.  the two ladies went to work and our pedicures went well.  I sat down for my manicure first, when the friends daughter was done she came to sit near me but was redirected to another table.  the manicures started out fine until the ladies all started arguing.  it was very apparent by the hand gestures one of the ladies was making she didn't feel the women doing our manicures should be doing them.  the argument went on for a good 20 minutes if not more.  after a bit one of the ladies, who appeared to be in charge but was also the one doing most of the yelling apologized for their chatter.  I didn't say anything back. after we paid I apologized to my friends daughter for what happened.  she said she never felt so uncomfortable...that should mean something coming from a teenager!  I wil never ever go back to this placeI did not once see them disinfect the.pedicure tubs, she just wiped it down with a rag Read Less
haleycee
7 Sep 2013
REPORT
My boyfriend and I went in together. We both asked for regular pedicures and I also needed a fill, 1 nail repair, and polish change. My boyfriend got charged for a deluxe pedicure he didn't even ask f... Read More
My boyfriend and I went in together. We both asked for regular pedicures and I also needed a fill, 1 nail repair, and polish change. My boyfriend got charged for a deluxe pedicure he didn't even ask for. The nail I got repaired on my left index finger ended up being way longer than the right index finger. Not only that they also charged $25 for a fill when I got my nails originally put on for $25 at another place. After we had spent over an hour and half there we tried to pay and leave quickly so we would still have time to run errands and I told the lady about my uneven nail length and she insisted on filing it down real quick but I said no because I wanted to leave and it wouldn't look good but she went and grabbed a file while we were trying to pay and took my hand and starts filing anyways. The nail ended up looking worse than before and not only still uneven length but also crooked too. We ended up paying $91 dollars all together for the worst service at a nail salon I've ever had. And to top it all off the lady who did my nails was a complete snob to me the entire time and was very unpleasant and rude. never going back again Read Less
Renee Parscale
25 Jun 2013
REPORT
I was in town for soccer tourney and had some down time. Got a pedicure and while waiting for nails to dry got an amazing shoulder rub. Very nice people!
Erin K.
17 May 2013
REPORT
I had my nails done here 15 days ago.  My nails STILL look perfect (I got the gel manicure).  They were super nice, letting me change my mind on colors after they started, making sure my friends and I... Read More
I had my nails done here 15 days ago.  My nails STILL look perfect (I got the gel manicure).  They were super nice, letting me change my mind on colors after they started, making sure my friends and I could stay together so we could chat while we got our nails done and fixing my friend's pedicure when she accidentally smudged one of her toes.  I will definitely be back!! Read Less
Andrea T.
6 Aug 2011
REPORT
I normally go to a nail salon in the Jordan Creek area but I was over in the Grimes/Johnston area so I Googled for one closer to me.  I stumbled upon Truly Nails and figured I would give it a shot.Whe... Read More
I normally go to a nail salon in the Jordan Creek area but I was over in the Grimes/Johnston area so I Googled for one closer to me.  I stumbled upon Truly Nails and figured I would give it a shot.When I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised to see a really nice looking place.  They had plenty of nail tables and pedicure massage chairs.  I have found that a lot of the nail salons around the Des Moines area are outdated and look dirty.  Not this place!  I did have a little bit of a wait for a pedicure but that was fine as I was not in a hurry.  You might want to make an appointment if you are in a hurry.The lady that did my pedicure was very good and meticulous.  She gave a wonderful massage and my toes look great!  They also have a light drying table.  All of the other places I have been around Des Moines have a light/blow dryer thing (what I consider to be strange) and they are always sooo dusty.  Their light table was clean and quiet!Why only 4 stars then?  They are very pressuring to try and get you to do other services.  I was repeatedly asked to get a manicure and each time told them no thank you but they kept trying.  I do not like being asked again and again after saying no the first time.Well worth the short wait for a great pedicure! Read Less
A Google User
27 Mar 2010
REPORT
Great pink & whites! Tom did a great job & was very knowledgible. Will totally go back.
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