All Nail Salons in Chicago

410 studios across River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Lakeview, Gold Coast, Logan Square, Andersonville, West Loop, and Wrigleyville.

Find the highest-rated Chicago nail salons — Russian manicures, BIAB, gel-x and nail art across every neighbourhood, sortable by rating, technique and vibe.

Top-Rated in Chicago

Element 48 Salon Studios

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Boho Hache

Almond Shape

Koasia Keaira Nail Suite

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mint

Wicker Park Nail SPA

Ombré

About NailAtlas Chicago

Chicago's nail scene punches above its weight — Russian manicures in River North, nail art studios in Wicker Park and Logan Square, BIAB and structural work across Lincoln Park and the Gold Coast. NailAtlas Chicago indexes them with photos, ratings and technique tags so you can browse real portfolios before you book.

Filter by neighbourhood (River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Lakeview, Gold Coast, Logan Square and more), style (chrome, French, nail art, ombré) or technique (BIAB, Gel-X, Russian manicure).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many nail salons does NailAtlas list in Chicago?

NailAtlas indexes 410 Chicago salons across River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park and more — each with photo portfolios, ratings and technique tags.

What nail techniques can I find in Chicago?

BIAB (Builder In A Bottle), Russian manicures, gel-x extensions, chrome, ombré and bespoke nail art. Use the technique chips at the top of the page to filter the directory.

Where can I find a Russian manicure in Chicago?

Filter the directory by the "Russian Manicure" technique chip, or read our Chicago Russian manicure guide for top studios and what to expect.

How does NailAtlas rank salons?

Salons are ordered by rating, with salons that have photo portfolios shown above salons without. NailAtlas does not accept payment for placement.