5 Best Manicure in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Book a manicure in Los Angeles on a whim and you can end up in a chair for five hours over a design mix-up. The DTLA salons on this page have pulled in 3,282 reviews between them, and the ratings only spread from 4.5 to 4.8, so the gap that actually matters here is not stars, it is what each one specializes in and how consistent the day-to-day experience really is.

Short answer: JennPaintt Nail Lounge (DTLA) has the deepest track record on this page, 4.5 stars across 1,295 reviews, known for custom nail art and organic spa manicures. For a higher average with real volume behind it, Làmay Nail Spa KTOWN runs 4.8 stars over 421 reviews. Expect to pay roughly $60 to $100 for a standard gel manicure and more for nail art or extensions.

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DTLA manicure spots, compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	JennPaintt Nail Lounge — DTLA	4.5 ★	1,295	Custom nail art	View ›
2	Làmay Nail Spa — DTLA	4.7 ★	744	Full-service pampering	View ›
3	Làmay Nail Spa — KTOWN (NOW OPEN)	4.8 ★	421	Consistency & shorter waits	View ›
4	Polished Nail Bar- Downtown LA	4.5 ★	562	Booking online, Gel-X	View ›
5	Powder Beauty Co.	4.7 ★	260	Organic, non-toxic products	View ›

Our take on each salon

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

JennPaintt Nail Lounge — DTLA

4.51,295 Google reviews

JennPaintt Nail Lounge, on West 7th Street in DTLA, was founded by editorial and celebrity nail artist Jenny Truong and offers custom nail art, organic spa manicures and pedicures, waxing, and lash extensions. The salon says most of its own products are formulated in-house, and it positions itself as a non-toxic, luxury option with a full-service menu beyond just nails.

What people praise

Custom, detailed nail art called out repeatedly, including holiday and themed designs
Complimentary drink and a calm, spa-like setting
Broad service menu covering waxing and lashes alongside nails

Worth knowing

Multiple recent reviews describe chipping within a week and uneven gel application
Does not accept American Express
A few reviewers report being upsold to pricier services mid-appointment without a clear quote first

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume1,295 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed name here and strong for elaborate nail art, but the run of recent quality complaints is real enough that it is worth asking for a clear price before any tech starts filing.

Website +1323-488-5651 Directions

512 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Làmay Nail Spa — DTLA

4.7744 Google reviews

Làmay Nail Spa DTLA, sister location to JennPaintt under the same founder, offers the same organic spa manicure and pedicure menu plus nail enhancements and lash work, with additional branches in Ktown and Burbank. Reviewers name specific techs like Cody, Lily, Tina, and Sophia for detailed, long-lasting sets.

What people praise

Nails reported to last close to a month without chipping
Techs praised individually for precision and friendliness
Complimentary tea and comfort touches during service

Worth knowing

Parking is not fully validated, which adds to the cost of a visit
A few reviews describe long waits, one over two hours for a full set

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume744 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reliable for detailed work if you have the time to spend in the chair; a good pick when you are not in a rush.

Website +1213-222-6088 Directions

700 W 7th St S200, Los Angeles, CA 90017

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Làmay Nail Spa — KTOWN (NOW OPEN)

4.8421 Google reviews

Làmay Nail Spa KTOWN is the newer of the two Làmay locations covered here, on Wilshire Boulevard, running the same organic manicure and pedicure menu as the DTLA branch. Reviewers highlight techs Eve and Caresse for clean, precise gel-X and pedicure work in a described clean, comfortable space.

What people praise

Highest rating of the JennPaintt-family salons on this page
Gel-X and pedicure work specifically praised for precision
Newer location with a comparatively fast pace reported by some reviewers

Worth knowing

One detailed review describes a design mix-up that stretched a visit to nearly five hours
Pricing on nail art runs higher, with some reviewers citing $150 to $200 for detailed sets

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume421 · 82th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest rating of the group, though the one long, frustrating visit on record is a reminder to confirm a tech can do your requested design before you sit down.

Website +1213-357-5688 Directions

3183 Wilshire Blvd #130, Los Angeles, CA 90010

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Polished Nail Bar- Downtown LA

4.5562 Google reviews

Polished Nail Bar, on West 6th Street in DTLA, specializes in Gel-X extensions, hard gel overlays, custom nail art, and spa pedicures including CBD and 24-karat gold treatments, with booking handled through its own online system. The business changed management at some point, and several reviewers mention a clear improvement since then.

What people praise

Online booking makes scheduling straightforward
Reviewers under new management describe consistent pricing with no surprise charges
CBD and gold pedicure add-ons are a differentiator from the others on this list

Worth knowing

One review flags an allergy note (callus remover) not being followed during a pedicure

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume562 · 87th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable Gel-X specialist with an easy booking flow, best for anyone who wants to lock in a time slot ahead rather than walk in.

Website Book now +1213-266-0077 Directions

215 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Powder Beauty Co.

4.7260 Google reviews

Powder Beauty Co., inside ROW DTLA, is a beauty salon built around organic and non-toxic nail care, alongside lashes and waxing, and describes its space as fume-free with hospital-grade sanitizing. Techs including Patricia, Amy, and Kelly are named by reviewers for consistent, precise manicures and pedicures.

What people praise

Non-toxic, low-fume product line is a stated point of difference
Consistency called out by repeat customers over six months of visits
Staff take time to explain their process rather than rushing

Worth knowing

One detailed review describes toenail damage after an e-file pedicure, which the salon responded to and disputed the cause of

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume260 · 71th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The pick if non-toxic products matter to you, with the caveat that pedicure technique is worth asking about directly, especially if you request no-polish or gel removal.

Website +1213-523-1125 Directions

1318 E 7th St #146, Los Angeles, CA 90021

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How we score these salons

Rating is the live Google average, review volume shows how many customers actually left a rating, and confidence weighs the rating by that volume so a handful of five-star reviews doesn’t outrank hundreds. Recency checks whether people are still reviewing now, not just in past years. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a manicure cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Reviewer-mentioned prices across these salons for standard gel manicures and pedicures typically fall in the same rough band, with nail art and extensions pushing well past it.

Job	Typical price
Gel manicure or pedicure	$60 - $120
Full set with nail art or extensions	$140 - $200+

Compiled from customer-mentioned price ranges in Google reviews for the businesses on this page, verified July 2026. Ask for an exact quote at booking, since art complexity changes the price.

Serving Downtown LA and beyond

These salons all sit within Downtown Los Angeles, clustered around 6th and 7th Street, with the Làmay brand also reaching into Koreatown and Burbank. If you’re searching for a manicure near me in DTLA, any of these are a short walk from the Historic Core or the Arts District.

What to ask before you book

Is the price you’re quoted for a basic gel set, or does it include the design you want?
Which tech specializes in the style you’re after, and can you request them?
Do they validate parking, and is there a time limit before it accrues?
What’s the policy if you’re unhappy with a design partway through the service?
Do they note allergies or sensitivities (like callus remover) in your file?
How long is the average wait for a walk-in versus a booked appointment?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these salons?

We pulled real Google Business ratings and review counts for manicure salons in the Los Angeles area, then scored each on rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026. Ratings and review counts shift over time, so check a salon’s live Google listing before booking.

Why are two of these salons under the same brand?

JennPaintt Nail Lounge and Làmay Nail Spa share a founder and a similar service menu but operate as separate locations with their own staff and reviews, so we’ve ranked each on its own numbers.

Do any of these accept walk-ins?

Several reviewers describe successful walk-ins, but booking ahead through the salon’s site or a booking platform reduces wait time, especially on weekends.

The bottom line

Làmay Nail Spa KTOWN carries the highest rating with solid review volume behind it, making it the safest default for a standard set. If non-toxic products or online booking matter more to you, Powder Beauty Co. or Polished Nail Bar are worth calling first. Either way, confirm the price for your exact design before the tech starts.

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