Polished NYC
49 Nassau St 4th Floor, New York NY 10038
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 929-634-2823
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Safe Nail Salons in New York City, NY
New York City has thousands of nail salons, but finding one with documented hygiene practices, strong sterilization protocols, and consistent client feedback is harder than it should be. These salons across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens earned their place on SafePedicures’ list by consistently standing out for cleanliness, professional safety standards, and high review volumes.
This guide is a research starting point for people comparing nail salons in New York. Listings are based on publicly available information, including online reviews, salon websites, booking pages, and licensing resources where available. SafePedicures does not certify or inspect salons.
Listings are informational only. Confirm current licensing, services, pricing, and sanitation practices directly with each salon.
One L Professional
1 Maiden Ln 4th floor, New York NY 10038
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 929-844-5254
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Your Highness Nails
767 Lexington Ave, New York NY 10036
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 917-816-4653
Own this salon? Claim your listing →109 Nails Lower East Side
99 Clinton St, New York NY 10002
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 646-705-6216
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Lavender Spa and Nail Midtown
3 E 36th St, New York NY 10016
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 646-682-9509
Own this salon? Claim your listing →sundays Nontoxic East Village
71 4th Ave, New York NY 10003
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 518-625-3223
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Nail Lab & Spa East Village
58 St Marks Pl, New York NY 10003
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 917-265-8125
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Y&D Nail Spa East Village
248 E 14th St, New York NY 10003
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 646-883-9663
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Tao Nail Studio East Village
514 E 6th St, New York NY 10009
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 929-988-0998
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Pixie Nails & Spa Tribeca
345 Greenwich St, New York NY 10013
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 212-537-5741
Own this salon? Claim your listing →A6 Nail Tribeca
222 W Broadway, New York NY 10013
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 212-226-1423
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Gilded Ritual Tribeca
149 Reade St, New York NY 10013
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 646-398-8353
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Aya Nail Studio Flatiron
17 W 24th St, New York NY 10010
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 347-986-8441
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Asya Nail Studio Flatiron
23 E 20th St, New York NY 10003
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 929-357-9128
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Affina Beauty Financial District
125 Church St, New York NY 10007
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 212-233-8822
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Park Slope Nails Brooklyn
95 7th Ave 2nd floor, Brooklyn NY 11215
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-789-5552
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Origin Nail Spa Park Slope
374 7th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11215
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-788-9090
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Flourish DYC Park Slope
162 7th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11215
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 929-289-7887
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Mom’s Beauty Nail Park Slope
113 5th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11217
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-398-8440
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Is A Nails Spa Astoria
30-97 31st St, Astoria NY 11102
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-489-2893
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Allure Nail Salon Astoria
30-01 36th Ave, Astoria NY 11106
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-685-2301
Own this salon? Claim your listing →WellShow Nails Astoria
33-16 Broadway, Astoria NY 11106
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-806-1232
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Greenpoint Beauty Nails
42-20 Greenpoint Ave, Sunnyside NY 11104
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 917-396-1988
Own this salon? Claim your listing →The Nail Club & Spa Greenpoint
41-22 Greenpoint Ave, Sunnyside NY 11104
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-392-8899
Own this salon? Claim your listing →DSS Astoria Nails
25-20 21st St, Astoria NY 11102
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 718-606-8808
Own this salon? Claim your listing →V-One Nail Spa East Village
139 1st Ave, New York NY 10003
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 212-260-7778
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Before booking:ask the salon how it cleans reusable tools, handles single-use files and buffers, and sanitizes pedicure stations between clients.
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FAQ
Common questions about pedicure safety in New York
What makes a nail salon in New York City safer than average?
The salons listed here go beyond baseline state licensing requirements. We look for autoclave sterilization of reusable metal tools, pipeless pedicure chairs, disposable liners changed between every client, and visible licensing and inspection records. Many salons in New York City meet state minimums but don’t adopt these higher-standard practices.
What should I ask before booking a pedicure in New York City?
Ask whether the salon uses an autoclave for metal tools, whether liners are disposed of after each client, and whether their pedicure chairs are pipeless. You can also ask to see their current state license and most recent inspection results. Our free safety checklist covers these questions and more.
How often does SafePedicures update New York City listings?
New York City listings are reviewed on a rolling basis. We update individual listings when new information becomes available — through public inspection records, reader reports, or our own research. If you’ve noticed something that’s changed at a listed salon, please let us know.