A Class Act Nail Spa

I got a groupon for a mani/​pedi here and it was definitely worth it! I had not had either service done in QUITE a while, so my hands and feet were in bad shape. Claudia was super nice and did amazing work. We chatted most of the time and she gave me great tips on how to care for my hands and feet, especially during the dry and cold winter months. I sadly chipped one nail while putting my coat on, but we fixed it up and it hasn’t chipped at all yet (normally I chip within 2 – 3 days) and it’s been almost a week. I brought my own color in so I could ensure that I got the color I wanted (it also helps for when I need to fill in pesky chips at home), but she had a nice selection of Essie, OPI, and others. It was really calm and chill in her suite, which is exactly what I wanted! I definitely will go back.

I have to say this was a pretty bad experience. The entire time Claudia told me how terrible my nails looked (like I wasn’t aware). I did not say thank you in between the manicure and pedicure and she said «by the way, you are welcome for the pedicure.» Uh… okay. She didn’t cut my cuticles which I thought was very strange. If it’s not her practice that’s fine, but she should at least offer it. My nails were not the same shape whatsoever. There is NO DRYING STATION. She sat me in the hallway where I was supposed to sit for 15 minutes. I stayed for 20 because I was worried about the drying and they seemed okay. The nails have bubbles and I am so dissatisfied with this service.

My past experiences with this business has been nothing but good. But today… I had to cancel an appointment with this business at the last minute to train a client. I know how frustrating it can be when things like that happen, and I called the owner to let her know. I got the nastiest reaction. No matter how frustrating I get by some things that happen with my clients, I always treat them with respect. She’s good at what she does, I’ll admit. But her attitude isn’t all that great when it comes to how she responds to some things.

Great personal relaxing experience without the bustle and inconsistency of a nail salon. Claudia is great to talk to and very detail oriented. She is gentle, takes her time, and won’t cut all your skin off. A lovely experience! I’ll be getting my nails done here from now on :). It was wonderful to meet you Claudia!

I got a great deal with this place! Groupon had a 75 min mani and pedi combo for just $ 32, which is already a steal, and I used a promo code to knock off another $ 10 so I only paid $ 22! The service quality was great despite of using a Groupon, so I made sure to tip Claudia well =)
At first I had a little trouble finding it, since it’s in a basement where the door said «Phenix Salons» and at first I was like «Wrong place, keep walking!» but eventually found the place… I was a little surprised that it’s a tiny suite with only one salon chair, but quickly loved how cozy it was!
The owner /​technician lady Claudia is very affable and has been in the business for 15 years, so she definitely knew what she was doing! She was very sweet and we talked about things ranging from the American education system to traveling to Eastern Europe… Her work is also impeccable. She goes through each of my fingers again and again to make sure the color is all even and perfect! Claudia is also a classy lady with great taste, so her salon albeit small is very clean, tidy, and stocked with top notch products.
I especially love how they have a convenient online booking system that shows you exactly which days /​times they have availability, and you simply click on the time slot that you want!
Highly recommend!

I have been coming to Claudia for about 6 months and cannot imagine going back to a regular salon. The environment is peaceful and calming. The service is spectacular– my nails are PERFECT each time. Most importantly, it is obvious that Claudia cares for her clients. Her and I have had wonderful conversation and she remembers what we talk about, making sure to ask how a vacation or job interview went. This is the kind of service you will ALWAYS get from her. I give her my highest recommendation and truly look forward to my next appointment.

My sister bought me a gift on Groupon to get my nails done for my birthday and she picked the right place! I had a great experience with Claudia! It was relaxing to not be a large room with a lot of other people and she did an awesome job. When it was time to go she helped me with my purse and got my bus pass out so I wouldn’t smudge any paint, very thoughtful! Claudia did a wonderful job on my nails and we had a great conversation too. I will be back!

Great place– very professional (which is not necessarily what you expect when you buy a Groupon)! Claudia really knows what she’s doing and prides herself in giving her customers high-​quality service. I will definitely be coming back for more!
Also, it’s INSIDE the Phoenix Salon suites. When you get to 100 E Walton, go down the steps, enter the Phoenix Salon suites door, make a left at the fork, and «A Class Act Nail Spa» is just a few doors down!

I guess you get what you pay for … I bought the Groupon for the 75 minute mani/​pedi and was really expecting some pampering. Both mani and pedi were complete after a total of 45 minutes… including drying time. If cutting cuticles aren’t part of her practice I can appreciate her philosophy. However she needs to spend that extra time allowing you to soak in the chair and doing more massage of legs and hands! Very basic service. Would not go back even at the Groupon price.

For people that want gel/​acrylic this is not the place. However, that doesn’t deter from the wonderful nail appointment that I experienced here. Rather than using harsh chemicals, you’re provided a lovely smelling intimate experience.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Claudia. She is very gentle, and pleasant, and strives to make you comfortable. I would return to her if I could!

Claudia is amazing. She takes her time and is also nice to talk to. Her space is very relaxing and quiet which is a nice change from some other nail salons I have been to. I will for sure be returning to see her for many more mani/​pedis

I came here because I was looking for a Groupon for a new nail place, as I’m new to the city and haven’t found «mine» yet. The deal is phenomenal and the service definitely makes me want to go back.
Claudia greeted me at the entrance of the spa and took me into the room. The paraffin treatment on my feet and hands was amazing. Great selection of season-​appropriate polishes. Such a nice woman to speak to for the hour and a half I was there.
So glad I came across this deal and will definitely tell all my friends to check her out.

This place was a little confusing to find at first but once I found it, it’s amazing. Claudia is the best at what she does. My mom and I had back to back appointments. My mom is 58 and had never had a mani-​pedi. Claudia took it slow with her and talked her through the whole thing. Slowly but surely, my mom loosened up and relaxed. I haven’t seen her this happy with her feet in such a long time. I mean were both extremely happy with the outcome but it was really important for my mom to have a good time and we both did. Claudia and my mom talked the whole time, and we were there for 3 hours. It was like they were girlfriends for a long time, it was amazing!
I cannot say enough good things about her. She knows what she’s doing and she not only makes your hands and feet look good, but she makes them feel absolutely wonderful too! Go see her. You need her in your life if you want beautiful hands and feet.

Best manicure and pedicure I’ve ever had! Completely relaxing!!! Professional service-​someone who takes their time, has a gentle approach, cleanly atmosphere. An all around amazon experience! Best groupon I’ve ever purchased! Thank you Claudia!

claudia is the real deal.
she knows her nails.
confusing little place to find… until you find it.
located at the lower level of the walton condos down the steps in «pheonix Salon suites»
wonder how many times the door man has told all us ladies that. thanks door guy.
i got a groupon and had a good experience.
claudia was easy to talk to and I enjoyed my first time paraffin treatment.
I also liked how it felt like i was entering into a spa oasis just for me.
she has peanut m&m’s.
easy booking online and confirmation.
see you in six weeks claudia!
tip to my fellow Unilocalers: make sure you tip off the original price of her services!

I am so happy I bought a Groupon and discovered this place. It was 90 minutes of pure relaxation. Claudia is such a classy and nice woman. She not only did a fabulous job with my nails, she also took every effort to make sure I was relaxed and comfortable the entire time. My favorite part was when she soaked my hands and feet in the hot lavender wax — it was like having all the stress just melt away. In addition, my hands and feet are still soft and smooth the next day. Her space is cozy, clean, and tastefully decorated. She has a very calming demeanor, so expect to have a great experience when you are there.
A few practical points:
* Claudia only takes one customer at a time, so don’t expect to go with your friends.
* You can book very easily online, but it’s probably easier to book on a computer than on the phone. I can imagine that you should plan on booking at least a week in advance. I was lucky to snap up the very last appointment slot that week.
* If you get there early, you should knock on the door because there is likely a customer still there. There are a few seats outside her room where you can wait.

I bought a Groupon for 1 Mani-​Pedi for $ 25 and it was soooo worth it!
I booked my appointment a few weeks out from when I wanted to get in and about a week before my appointment I had to change the time twice. Claudia and Eugene were super flexible and helped me change it when I couldn’t figure out how to do it online.
I arrived at the address and it took me a few minutes to figure out where I needed to go, but as long as you take the elevator down to the LL you will find it with no problem.
When I got to the Suite, Claudia had the pedi station already set up for me and was ready to go. During my appointment Claudia was very engaging and fun to talk to; which is refreshing since usually no one talks to me at mani-​pedi appointments.
I would definitely recommend A Class Act Nail Spa to my friends and family!

I purchased a Groupon last week for two mani/​pedis for $ 49.00 when I decided that I could no longer stand/​neglect my winter hands and feet. I called looking for an appointment that day and Claudia was booked solid. She told me that I could book an appointment online and that’s exactly what I did. It was so convenient! I was able to see all of Claudia’s availability for the following week.
I got a little lost on the way but this place is actually really easy to find. Once you walk past the 100 E Walton Condominiums, look for stairs that lead below ground level and a door that says «Phoenix Salon». I buzzed the box and Claudia came to the door right away.
The salon is like a small, think of an office suite. However the space is just the right size for her services. She was very hygiene conscious. There are a lot of colors to pick from and they all seemed new. The actual manicure/​pedicure was great. I appreciate that she gave me a heads up before putting my feet and hands in the paraffin wax that it was going to be hot — and it was, but WONDERFUL. When it was time to go, she helped me put on my coat and shoes to make sure I didn’t scuff any paint. She’s definitely busy because the next appointment was waiting outside when I left.
Claudia did a great job on my nails AND she was a pleasure to talk with. I’m looking forward to my next appointment!

Overall had a great experience here. Used a Groupon which gave me a spa mani pedi for $ 25!
Pros:
1. Years of experience and training that is evident in her work. She was confident and thorough. She will tell you the truth about what colors look good on you which I find helpful. I almost feel asleep during the paraffin wrap it was so relaxing.
2. Very hygenic. Everything is properly sanitized and I could see her cleaning while I sat there an extra few minutes giving my nails a chance to completely dry.
3. Pleasant while still professional and service oriented which is great to see.
Cons:
1. It may be a little tricky for some people to find given that it’s in the Phoenix group below street level, but I go to the independent artist there for both my hair and my eyebrows so was convenient for me. I walked over but this area in general doesn’t have great parking options.
2. her normal prices are in the higher side but given her level of expertise, I can see why. She also gives out gift certificate that allow you to book up to two services online at groupon prices so I will be back!
Thanks for the beautiful nails, Claudia! :)