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Browse and book River South, Chicago gel nails on Fresha. Compare 21 verified gel nails across West Town and West Loop and the wider River South, Chicago area. Average rating 4.0/5 across 5,733 reviews. Services include Gel Nails and Manicure. Prices from USD 5.
Top Nails Professionals in River South
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5.0
Valentina
Ukrainian Village, Chicago
TOP Eyelash extensions Artist
2D Volume Fill In | Up to 3 Weeks
$100
1 hr and 30 min
Classic Fill In | Up to 2 Weeks
$100
1 hr and 30 min
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5.0
Erika Burch
Wicker Park, Chicago
Professional Nail Technician
Dazzle Dry Manicure
$40
45 min
Dazzle Dry Pedicure
$60
1 hr
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4.9
Nadi
River North, Chicago
Licensed Esthetician | Brow & PMU, Lash extensions,Make up
Eyebrow waxing
$30
15 min
Lash Lift + lash tint
$110
1 hr and 15 min
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5.0
Vira
Wicker Park, Chicago
Senior Nail technician
Collagen Gloves Treatment
$10
10 min
Collagen Socks treatment
$10
10 min
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5.0
Mary purevsuren
Lakeshore East, Chicago
Nail Technician
Signature Manicure & Pedicure
$58
1 hr
Signature Pedicure
$42
30 min
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5.0
Lara A
River North, Chicago
Lash and Brow Artist
Classic 3 weeks refill
$90
1 hr and 15 min
Eyebrow waxing
$30
15 min
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4.9
Akmaral Sabaeva
River North, Chicago
Lash Artist
Eyebrow waxing
$30
15 min
Lash Lift + lash tint
$110
1 hr and 15 min
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5.0
Melissa
Wicker Park, Chicago
Hairstylist
Women’s Haircut
$65
1 hr
Single Process Hair Color
$85
1 hr and 15 min
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4.9
Nancy sanjaa
Lakeshore East, Chicago
Nail Technician
Signature Manicure & Pedicure
$58
1 hr
No Chip Manicure
$45
1 hr
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4.9
Aliia Zhantaeva
River North, Chicago
Top Nail Artist
Russian manicure - medium
$110
1 hr and 25 min
Russian manicure - short
$100
1 hr and 20 min
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4.8
Sono Davaasuren
Lakeshore East, Chicago
Nail Technician
No Chip Manicure
$45
1 hr
Signature Pedicure
$42
30 min
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5.0
Soko T
Lakeshore East, Chicago
Nail Technician
No Chip Manicure
$45
1 hr
Signature Manicure & Pedicure
$58
1 hr
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(312) 255-7959(312) 255-7959Call to bookLO Spa & Nails at Southloop
Burnham Pointe, 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605
Gel Nails
Nail Extensions
Nail Art
Men's Manicure
(773) 697-3198(773) 697-3198Call to bookLuxo Nail Spa - Wicker Park
1300 N Ashland Ave suite 119, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Russian Manicure
Nail Polish
Spa Pedicure
(312) 255-7007(312) 255-7007Call to bookFour Seasons Nail Spa- Downtown Chicago
16 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60654
Gel Nails
Nail Polish
Nail Art
Men's Manicure
(312) 482-9800(312) 482-9800Call to bookVOUS Salon and Spa + NAILàCARTE
1313 N Ritchie Ct, Chicago, IL 60610
Facial
Makeup Service
Men's Facial
(312) 724-8899(312) 724-8899Call to bookNAILaCARTE – West Loop Nail Salon & Spa | Downtown Chicago
1023 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
Gel Nails
Men's Pedicure
Nail Art
Men's Manicure
(773) 569-9321(773) 569-9321Call to bookPham Nail Studio
1425 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd Floor, Ste 24, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Nail Polish
(773) 234-9350(773) 234-9350Call to bookGlow Nails Boutique
1425 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Dip Powder Nails
Acrylic Nails
(312) 929-3770(312) 929-3770Call to bookNAILaCARTE – River North Nail Salon & Spa | Downtown Chicago
208 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Gel Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Nail Polish
Nail Extensions
(312) 496-3183(312) 496-3183Call to book7AM Nail Care (Lincoln Park)
1941 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Gel Nails
Russian Manicure
Spa Pedicure
Nail Polish
(773) 772-2990(773) 772-2990Call to bookJuko Nail and Skin Rescue
2130 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Spa Pedicure
Russian Manicure
Men's Pedicure
(773) 243-1889(773) 243-1889Call to bookNAILaCARTE – Wicker Park & Bucktown Nail Salon & Spa
1821 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Acrylic Nails
Nail Polish
Nail Extensions
(312) 598-8878(312) 598-8878Call to bookAnn’s Beauty House LLC
2248 S Canal St #1st, Chicago, IL 60616
Eyebrow Wax
Eyebrow Lamination
Lash Lift
Eyelash Tinting
(312) 496-3183(312) 496-3183Call to book7AM Nail Care (Streeterville)
414 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Gel Nails
Acrylic Nails
Pedicure
Manicure
(312) 888-3627(312) 888-3627Call to bookCuticle... a nail salon
333 E Benton Pl #105, Chicago, IL 60601
Gel Nails
Spa Pedicure
Russian Manicure
Men's Pedicure
(773) 270-6447(773) 270-6447Call to bookL.A Nails Studio
1054 N Ashland Ave Floor 1, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Spa Pedicure
Men's Pedicure
Nail Art
(312) 871-2121(312) 871-2121Call to bookSpa O Streeterville
240 E Illinois St suite g, Chicago, IL 60611
Gel Nails
Acrylic Nails
Pedicure
Manicure
(312) 496-3183(312) 496-3183Call to book7AM Nail Care (West Loop)
1004 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607
Gel Nails
Nail Art
Acrylic Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
(312) 721-6877(312) 721-6877Call to bookUwU Nails
Second Floor, 2143 S China Pl Unit B 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60616
Gel Nails
Spa Pedicure
Pedicure
Manicure
(312) 631-3211(312) 631-3211Call to bookGina's Magic Nails
303 E Wacker Dr Concourse, Chicago, IL 60601
Gel Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Nail Polish
Nail Extensions
(312) 643-3100(312) 643-3100Call to bookPolish and Pour Streeterville
401 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611
Hollywood Wax
Face Waxing
Back Wax
Leg Waxing
(312) 397-1005(312) 397-1005Call to bookSpa Dabin Nail Old Town
1212 N Wells St Suite 1, Chicago, IL 60610
Gel Nails
Russian Manicure
Spa Pedicure
Manicure
(312) 496-3891(312) 496-3891Call to bookLoyal Nails & Spa ( River North)
770 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654
Gel Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Manicure and Pedicure
(773) 697-4941(773) 697-4941Call to bookEco Nail Salon in Chicago
2038 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Gel Nails
Nail Art
Nail Polish
Nail Extensions
(312) 265-0892(312) 265-0892Call to bookPink Mi Up Chinatown
2026 S Clark St Unit H, Chicago, IL 60616
Gel Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Nail Art
Spa Pedicure
(312) 536-9353(312) 536-9353Call to bookTokyo Nails-West Loop
Pink Storefront, 215 N Aberdeen St, Chicago, IL 60607
Gel Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Gel Nail Extensions
Dip Powder Nails
(312) 877-4272(312) 877-4272Call to bookThe Best Nails Chicago
114 W Grand Ave ste 300, Chicago, IL 60654
Gel Nails
Spa Pedicure
Men's Pedicure
Russian Manicure
(312) 265-1755(312) 265-1755Call to bookSXL Nails & Massage Spa
1460 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Gel Nails
Nail Extensions
Spa Pedicure
Russian Manicure
(312) 274-9935(312) 274-9935Call to bookPolish and Pour Nail Spa Old Town
1244 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
Gel Nails
Nail Extensions
Nail Polish
Spa Pedicure
Top reviews of Gel Nails near you in River South

Sarah S.
If you are looking to literally have THE best nails in Chicago (and frankly, anywhere you travel) book Z! She can literally execute any design I dream up and it’s 20 times better than I could have imagined. Every. Single. Time. I have faithfully been following her around for a couple years because I wouldn’t dream of letting anyone else touch my nails. Her new space is everything she’s always deserved! You will feel invited, welcomed and warm when you are at your appointments. Z’a attention to details within her work leaves your nails absolute fire!
Oct 28, 2025

ZnailsChicago
40 East Huron Street, River North, Chicago, 60611, Illinois
5.0
15 reviews
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Henry N.
I had an amazing experience with Tony at MiniLuv Nail Salon! 💅✨ He’s incredibly skilled, detail-oriented, and takes the time to make sure every nail is perfect. The salon atmosphere is clean, relaxing, and stylish, which made the whole visit feel like a treat. Tony listened to what I wanted and delivered even better than I imagined. My nails have never looked this good or lasted this long! Highly recommend booking with him if you’re in West Town, Chicago
Aug 30, 2025

123 Nail Salon
1255d South State Street, Near South Side, Chicago, 60605, Illinois
5.0
6 reviews
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Kit M.
Irma completely fixed my three week old nails with the cutest design and gel x set. I was blown away. Absolutely incredible
Jun 29, 2026

Sparkle Nail Salon
117 N Clinton Street, 102, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
5.0
34 reviews
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Shae H.
Amazing no chip manicure, Nimo is the best :)
Jun 19, 2026

Fantasy Nail Salon
1743 West North Avenue, Store Front, Wicker Park, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
96 reviews
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Hannah D.
Had a no chip manicure done with Bam and she did a wonderful job! Very detailed oriented and delightful to have a nail appointment with.
May 5, 2026

Madelyn Chicago Nail Spa
500 West Madison Street, 2nd FL Suite C003, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
4.9
49 reviews
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Wendy M.
My nails were lovely and I really appreciated the manicure treatment. Thanks again to your shopand J.J. I will be back.
Apr 29, 2026

Madelyn Chicago Nail Spa
500 West Madison Street, 2nd FL Suite C003, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
4.9
49 reviews
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BeBe L.
excellent gel work - professional and clean and lovely ladies. THANK YOU! Would recommend for sure and I am picky.
Feb 1, 2026

Monacure nail studio
2057 West Chicago Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
4.9
80 reviews
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Carol R.
Olga was very professional and thorough. Love my manicure and pedicure. Will definitely be back.
Dec 6, 2025

OF.LAMIMANI
Чикаго, Иллинойс, США, 929 North Damen Avenue, 1, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
50 reviews
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Nora B.
Lisa did an INCREDIBLE job on my gel full set. Hands down the best nails I have ever had! To top it off, Lisa is an absolutely lovely person. Highly recommended without reservations. You will leave Sparkle glowing.
Nov 28, 2025

Sparkle Nail Salon
117 N Clinton Street, 102, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
5.0
34 reviews
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Deeksha R.
I love Rozie’s work she is the best
Jul 25, 2026

FEMME LIKE YOU
560 West Washington Boulevard, 100, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
5.0
722 reviews
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Joanna J.
Coco did a great job on my nails and a chair massage. Can't wait to rebook.
Jul 24, 2026

LO Spa & Nails at Lakeshore East
345 East Wacker Drive, Chicago Loop, Chicago, 60601, Illinois
4.9
848 reviews
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Livi C.
Every time I leave an appointment with Anastasiia I’m so impressed by the precision and attention to detail! My nails always look incredible, clean and healthy. She’s also extremely patient and helpful as I decide what color I want - always finding one that fits what I’m looking for.
Jul 21, 2026

Mon Cheri Chitown
845 West Monroe Street, 1B, West Loop, Chicago, 60607, Illinois
4.9
1,538 reviews
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Nancy S.
Fabulous.
Jul 17, 2026

Dynamic Spa Studio
1754 West Division Street, Wicker Park, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
229 reviews
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Yesica O.
Love my first experience with Erika she was so kind and she did a great job on my nails. I’ll be back!
Jul 17, 2026

Dynamic Spa Studio
1754 West Division Street, Wicker Park, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
229 reviews
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Mia G.
Such a peaceful place with incredibly talented and enjoyable staff! Will definitely be coming back, the location is perfect and the prices are amazing!
Jul 16, 2026

Mishelle's Nail Spa
1625 North Clybourn Avenue, Lincoln Park, Chicago, 60614, Illinois
5.0
150 reviews
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Alexus M.
Perfect!
Jul 16, 2026

Lash Design -River North
770 North La Salle Drive, 2nd floor, 200S, River North, Chicago, 60654, Illinois
4.9
591 reviews
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Lisa L.
Another amazing mani/pedi at my new favorite nail salon. My nails are a challenge for most nail techs but the attention and detail I receive at Mischelle’s makes me feel so good!! They are true artists!!
Jul 16, 2026

Mishelle's Nail Spa
1625 North Clybourn Avenue, Lincoln Park, Chicago, 60614, Illinois
5.0
150 reviews
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Amanda C.
Inesa was amazing at fixing my severely damaged nails from another salon. She was gentle, thorough, and so talented at her craft. Will be back soon to see her!
Jul 10, 2026

The Nail Bar on Division
1939 West Division Street, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
4.9
41 reviews
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Sydney B.
Phenomenal! Trish always does an amazing job ! Always the best vibes when getting my nails done !
Jul 9, 2026

Jolli Nail Studio
836 North Milwaukee Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60642, Illinois
4.9
24 reviews
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Darnesha M.
Great service and beautiful nails as always!
Jul 9, 2026

Mon Cheri Chitown
845 West Monroe Street, 1B, West Loop, Chicago, 60607, Illinois
4.9
1,538 reviews
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Carida D.
Olha always does a great job!
Jul 3, 2026

OF.LAMIMANI
Чикаго, Иллинойс, США, 929 North Damen Avenue, 1, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
50 reviews
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Ati R.
Amazing as always
Jun 28, 2026

Fantasy Nail Salon
1743 West North Avenue, Store Front, Wicker Park, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
96 reviews
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Erika K.
Relaxing, amazing, highly recommended!
Jun 27, 2026

Jolli Nail Studio
836 North Milwaukee Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60642, Illinois
4.9
24 reviews
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RM
ROMIE M.
Thank you Jenny for carefully doing my pedicure and manicure. My feet and nails were overdue and you took your time. Love the dazzle dry nail polish too
Jul 9, 2026

LO Spa & Nails at Lakeshore East
345 East Wacker Drive, Chicago Loop, Chicago, 60601, Illinois
4.9
848 reviews
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NM
Nancy M.
Amazing experience. Beautiful salon and Kate is the most talented nail artist and the absolute sweetest and kindest human being. My manicures always look amazing even after 5+ weeks
Jul 21, 2026

FEMME LIKE YOU
560 West Washington Boulevard, 100, West Loop, Chicago, 60661, Illinois
5.0
722 reviews
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EM
Eleanor M.
Wonderful manicure from Linda
Jul 20, 2026

Pure Beauty Nails & Head Care in Chicago
3041 South Shields Avenue, Armour Square, Chicago, 60616, Illinois
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AM
Alex M.
Great manicure and pedicure. The salon is friendly, and clean. The only thing id change is the music 😉
Dec 15, 2025

Monacure nail studio
2057 West Chicago Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
4.9
80 reviews
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JL
Jenny L.
I was actually nervous going with new lash tech since this would be 2nd time doing lashes overall but I feel she did better job ! All the girls here are amazing tbh !! Love their work. I live all the way in alaska but will definitely fly out here to do all my girly things from now on
Jul 23, 2026

Celebrity Lashes Beauty Bar
1523 North Western Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
774 reviews
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LF
LaTonya F.
Nia was very nice and she did a good job.
Jul 21, 2026

Lash Design -River North
770 North La Salle Drive, 2nd floor, 200S, River North, Chicago, 60654, Illinois
4.9
591 reviews
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DF
Deanna F.
Valentina is the absolute best! She always makes sure I am happy with everything! I wouldn’t go anywhere else!
Jul 17, 2026

Celebrity Lashes Beauty Bar
1523 North Western Avenue, West Town, Chicago, 60622, Illinois
5.0
774 reviews
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Reach into your bag with confidence. Gel nails, often called Shellac nails, have the same deep gloss and gorgeous colour range of regular nail polish but are much tougher and resistant to chipping. A gel manicure can look perfect for a solid 2 to 3 weeks. When you fancy a refresh, your manicurist normally soaks off the old gel polish using special soak-off gels. Gel polish is super speedy, too, as your manicurist sets it with UV light. Getting a gel manicure in River South should take less than 2 hours and 15 minutes. Use Fresha to book in for some gel nail colour at the best local salons now.
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