The Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa

Enjoyed my mani-​pedi with Lucy. I recently began working in Harlem, and wanted to do my nails for a weekend getaway. I’m certainly glad I looked them up, as I had a great time and loved the 1-​on-​1 attention I received. I think I’ll continue to come here to do my nails once I’m in Harlem!

Me an another gentlemen from HKS Harlems Finest Unisex Salon down the street We both got body massages bye Lucy an I have to say it was the best massages I’ve ever had,& very affordable. My buddy also says he felt so relaxed we will definitely be back. As a neighboring businesses, I think support is very important, especially when the services are just as good as any expensive posh downtown nail spa!

Yesterday was a very good day i got my feet done and i had a very delicious mimosa. Lucy did her thing, she works very hard to make sure that her customers are satisfied. You build a true relationship with her, and she takes the time to really get to know you.

The Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa is hands down the best place in all of the boroughs to get pampered. I wish that everyone could experience the genuine and sincere service that is provided here.
Let me start off by saying, I used to go to Asian nail places for everything nail related beginning 2003, yet I never experienced relaxation, connection, conversation, a piece of mind (not being rushed), and a whole lot of other things when going there. I was always longing for a place that I can go too which was cozy, awesome with services, and makes you feel warm on the inside.
Drum roll please … then came along the era of natural hair products, natural skin products, shampoos with no sulfate, natural hair styles, etc. (you catch my drift) which became a big trend and more people started to want places that offered these services. I was one of them.
Low and behold, there was a Carol’s Daughter Spa in Harlem which sold Carol’s Daughter products and provided spa services. I believe that was the only Carol’s Daughter store at that time which did. I love being pampered, so I decided to go to Carol’s Daughter Spa. I have no issue with traveling for greatness, so I made the trek to the spa in Harlem (I am Bk based) for a pedicure. Also, I love supporting black businesses, so I was killing 2 birds with 1 stone.
And that’s when my life changed, Lucy and Kendra worked at the Carol’s Daughter Spa and Lucy was my go too nail technician for my pedicures. The ambiance of the spa was amazing and I finally received everything that I ever wanted in a nail service place. However, what made me always come back was the conversation and the ability that Lucy and Kendra had with connecting with all of their clients. They are very personable and their genuineness of character carried over to when they opened the Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa. I then started to go to the Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa once it opened. Lucy and Kendra care to know about their clients, they ask questions, and when you are getting pampered, there is always conversation sparking with all of the clients and the ladies join in too :-).
You know when they say, people are drawn to others for different reasons. I believe that clients are drawn to the Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa because of many things, one being the connection of the business owners, the cozy ambiance (plush pink chairs, soothing wall color, glass basin for the toesies, mimosas, etc.) outstanding service, and great conversations which incorporates all of the clients who are there with you as mentioned above.
Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa is a marvelous experience and both ladies are very knowledgable about their profession. Kendra have also been my pedicure nail technician many times and she is amazing like Lucy. Lucy and Kendra work well as a team and they are two peas in a pod, a great balance.
I have been serviced by Lucy and Kendra for about 5 to 6 years now and I highly recommend going here. I have received pedicures, silk wraps, stilleto nails, and gel nails by the ladies. I am pleased everytime!
When I am here, I see a lot of people looking inside the window as they walk by. Come on in, and make an appointment! I hope that my review will give you encouragement to try it out!

This review is long over due. I’ve been coming to this establishment for over a year and I have NEVER been disappointed.
My two favorite nail technicians are Kendra and Lucy. They are courteous, patient and are excellent at what they do. You will never feel rushed or uncomfortable here. What keeps me coming back is the service and how amazing my mani/​pedi looks. Your pedi is guaranteed to last at least two full weeks.

I had a pleasant experience here! The women here are so friendly. I loved my nails, although, it wasn’t the cleanest job I’ve seen. My cuticles weren’t removed, they were just pushed up. The color gel was on my skin too. So I went home and cleaned it up myself. I wanted to make this my official place because it’s so close to work but it just missed the mark!

Mehhh… it could have been better. I’ve gotten a much cleaner paint job/​gel pedi in Chelsea with much less aggression, no dropping of towels/​tools more attention to the work, and way less everything else that has nothing to do with my service. I thought the pedi sinks were stylish but the two pedi chairs were gaudy and uncomfortable, at best. I HEARD some sink washing, but I didn’t see my tools come out of a sterilizer bag or UV sterilizer and I saw no one put a tool in sanitizer solution for ANY minutes (Let’s Touch or Let’s Dance… I work in this industry, I know sanitizers and protocols), just a little cup of water. I saw a disgusting caddy with crud all over it and a poorly-​lit, poorly maintained and limited lacquer/​gel selection. The salon needs some serious cleaning and updating no matter what vibe they’re going for.
What bothered me the most is my nail techs looong acrylics kept nicking my paint on my wet nails causing her to have to apply more paint. Now I have these divots on two nails. Ugh! So annoying… and a few of my gelled toes look awful… she realized some screw ups and tried to nip and file an already cured gel blob off the side of my big toenail…
It hurt.
Although the ladies were VERY friendly, I was seen on time and the music was nice, I wasn’t offered any beverage of any sort like others have mentioned here and watching other employees lounge around and eat lunch at their station (s) grossed me out. Super unsanitary to eat at your workstation. Super.
$ 60. I tipped cash. I left.
Sigh…The search for my go to nail spot continues…

Just had the most lovely mani/​pedi at this salon. All of the ladies were very warm, welcoming and friendly. Most importantly– this place is clean!

Pardon my late review.
I went to the Lacquer Palace Hand and Foot Spa for my first pedicure in February 2015. I walked in on time and they were ready for me on time. I was offered tea and then I heard the sweet sounds of Anita Baker. Now that is how you receive a pedicure.
The ladies are very accommodating and friendly. The décor is set for a queen. The chairs make you feel royal while receiving a pedicure. The place is small so don’t expect to see a row of pedicure and manicure chairs. I believe this is why they are by appointment only.
I just made another appointment for this weekend with a good friend. I hope she likes it. She’s a Unilocal Elite! ughh. lol.

I came to know this place due to my wife treating me… and usually I’m not moved by the pedicure thing because of the killer chemical warfare like smell that’s usually in the air and being treated like cattle being rushed from station to station as part of what seems always to be part of keeping a quota… but right from the beginning this place scored high marks with me because it smelled good, the pace was relaxing and the people were professional and engaging. My nail technician Roma was exceptional, She took her time with me, she was sound technically, and she gave me great advice for taking care of my feet.

Had an internship at Columbia over the summer and really wanted to explore Harlem a little more one day. I looked up nail salons and found this one on Unilocal,I decided to walk-​in and they were able to fit me in for a pedicure, Lucy said she only had time for a pedicure which was fine and she was so polite! I was lucky she fit me in last minute because after me she told the rest of the walk-​ins that she was all booked up.
What can I say about this place, its clean, its small and cute, and Lucy and LaKendra were both a delight. I really loved her little pedicure chair I thought it was so cute and royal-​looking. They offered me water and Lucy was so sweet to talk to and LaKendra was a crack up. My toes looked flawless when she was done, they were so cute and I didn’t want to walk outside and watch my feet get all dirty.
After my pedicure, Lucy suggested I come by the next day to do my nails (I originally wanted both mani and pedi) and she booked me right away. The next day I came in it was just Lucy and we had a lovely conversation while she did my nails, she told me about her family and I just really loved that I was able to have a nice Sunday afternoon pampering myself and getting to know others.
I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get a nice mani and pedi, she does silk nails really well (which is what I got for the mani) and my toes were looking fly for days!
It may be a little on the pricier side, I’m from California so i’m used to getting a mani pedi for under $ 30, but its really worth every penny and Lucy does a really great job. Wish I was still staying near Harlem so i could support her business!

I love this place. The people are friendly and you really get an upscale experience. Since they added two more Manicurist they have a lot of options for you to choose from. I Continue to come back every week.

Upon entering it smelled like a bathroom which immediately turned me off… but I overlooked it since this place had great reviews. Overall I was not blown away by my nail job at all. I got a gel manicure — they don’t have mood colors which is pretty big for me– gel manicure did not last as long as others I’ve had. My nails were not as square either they were more roundish squarish but they still looked okay… not good enough for me to return though, but my nail lady was very nice.

This is my spot. Lucy and Kendra have done a fantastic job bringing a homey/​boutique feeling to a service that can sometimes make you feel like a number. The quality of the manis/​pedis work is superb. My manicure lasts at least 2 weeks, but I tend to go more often, just to keep the look fresh. Love what these two bring to Harlem. I look forward to watching them grow!!!

I went to Lacquer Palace yesterday for a gel mani and basic pedi. The salon is clean and well decorated. The staff is very personable and attentive. The music selection was fantastic! (Yes, this matters to me.) I’d made an appointment earlier that day and was seen within 5 – 10 minutes of the start time. I like that the pedi came with a sugar scrub treatment and a great foot massage. The nail tech also made sure to scrub my heels well, which I appreciated.
My issue, however, is with the quality of the mani/​pedi. First, the nail tech started with my mani. I told her that I’d just moved so my hands were in rough shape from unpacking and assembling furniture. She said okay. I ended up getting nicked on my left middle finger as she was shaping my nails. (See photo.) The actual polish job was pretty messy on my hands and feet. (See photo.) The worst part is that the polish on my big toe completely wiped off because the polish was applied too thick on the last application. I say last application because she attempted to polish this toe three different times before settling on this attempt.
Overall, I was very unhappy with the quality of the work. I love the atmosphere and friendliness, but the finished product left much to be desired. I’m not sure if my experience was a fluke since it appears that many customers come out fine. I just know that I won’t be returning.

I was lucky enough to catch Lucy (she is one of the owners) before she closed up today due to the bad weather. She was awesome! Great attention to detail, knows her trade and super friendly. Really cute «homey» décor. I may have just found my neighborhood go-​to nail spot!

I had the honors of visiting this spot b/​c my male BFF goes here. Read my other reviews for his NONSENSE and Shenanigans.
Anywho, I just made the trek from MD to NY and was BEAT down. I had an appointment, in MD, to get my nails done, but the scheduling gods were NOT with me.
Kendra took me as a walk in, on HER birthday — how sweet is SHE. The polish selections were amazing, it took me A LONG time to select, but this was done while she was working on her other client (s).
I appreciated the time she took to shape and perfectly polish my nails. On my way up, I had bitten — i KNOW — a hang nail off, but I needed to go into the new year with fly nails.
I am happy that I was able to get em done and I will make an appointment next time I visit the MBff.

I absolutely love love this nail salon! I went for a manicure, pedicure and exfoliating foot scrub for my 30^th birthday. The salon is small but just the right size. They aren’t about getting you in and out like some other places I’ve been. They are clean, attentive and professional.
I picked my nail color and was quickly seated. The exfoliating scuba was amazing and it smelled great! They used warm towels on both my feet and hands. Ms. Lucy was my nail technician and was so wonderful and my nails look amazing. Even with a regular manicure my nails still looks good even a week and half later. The quality of the nail polish makes it look like a gel manicure.
This salon felt like hanging out with my girls while getting my nails done. I’m definitely going back and would recommend to my friends. Also, I live in the Bronx and I’m more than willing to travel the 30 minutes it takes to get here.

This is a great establishment! I am so happy I found this awesome salon on Unilocal.In an area full of choices this is a must visit because the décor is eclectic and the staff funny and professional. Also the color selection for polishes is top notch and nails dry to a smooth streak free finish. I will definitely be returning!

This salon is attached to my building so its so convenient! beautiful and cozy. ihad 2 different experiences. i went with my father to get his manicure (lol) which was done by the owner whom iforgot her name. she offered us champagne and she was wonderful in conversation. she was knowledgable, gentle and attentive and told me to follow my heart if i wanted to pursue a cosmetology career. i will definitely get a mani from here one day
igave 4 stars because i had went to get a bikini wax done, while the lady was nice, she didnt use gloves and reused old wax. also she still left hairs here and there.