Fashion Nails Downtown
33 E Lake St, Chicago IL 60601
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 312-332-0229
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Safe Nail Salons in Chicago, IL
Chicago’s nail salon landscape spans dozens of neighborhoods — from River North to Lincoln Park to Hyde Park — with quality varying significantly by area. These salons stood out for their hygiene practices, high review volumes, and consistent client feedback pointing to clean, professional environments.
This guide is a research starting point for people comparing nail salons in Chicago. 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.
7AM Nail Care Old Town
1344 N Wells St, Chicago IL 60610
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 312-496-3183
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Nails Downtown
445 N State St, Chicago IL 60654
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 224-470-7742
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Luxo Nail Spa Wicker Park
1300 N Ashland Ave, Chicago IL 60622
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 773-697-3198
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Refine Nails & Spa
1100 N Wells St, Chicago IL 60610
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 312-763-6157
Own this salon? Claim your listing →7AM Nail Care Streeterville
414 E Grand Ave, Chicago IL 60611
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 312-496-3183
Own this salon? Claim your listing →7AM Nail Care West Loop
1004 W Monroe St, Chicago IL 60607
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 312-496-3183
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Luxo Nail Spa Avondale
3262 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL 60618
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
+ 1 866-202-6669
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Zenails
2258 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →A Polished Work
1000 E 76th St, Chicago, IL 60619
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Unique Nail Salon
755 N Wells St Fl 3, Chicago, IL 60654
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Luxo Nail Spa
1300 N Ashland Ave Suite 119, Chicago, IL 60622
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Coat Nail Spa
507 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Western Nail Bar
7574 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Lamint
2204 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(773) 270-6430
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Nails - Nail Salon Downtown Chicago
445 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(224) 470-7742
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Warm & Fuzzy Nails
520 W Erie St #440, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(773) 500-5474
Own this salon? Claim your listing →ArtMe Nails studio
1138 N Milwaukee Ave UNIT 1, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(872) 272-0456
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Veggie Cat Nail Lab
2105 S Jefferson St 1FL, Unit B7, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(312) 721-8375
Own this salon? Claim your listing →Aria Nail Spa
906 S Wabash Ave unit b, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
See Google Reviews →Listed based on publicly available information. Confirm current hygiene practices directly with the salon.
(312) 579-4651
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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What to Bring to Your Pedicure in Chicago
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FAQ
Common questions about pedicure safety in Chicago
What makes a nail salon in Chicago 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 Chicago meet state minimums but don’t adopt these higher-standard practices.
What should I ask before booking a pedicure in Chicago?
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 Chicago listings?
Chicago 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.