Minneapolis has a tight-knit but high-quality nail salon scene, with strong options clustered around Uptown, Edina, and the North Loop. These salons were selected for their hygiene practices, professional environments, and consistent client feedback on cleanliness.
2820 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis MN 55418
See Google Reviews →Nail Ninja Northeast maintains a clean, professional environment and has built a strong reputation for safe, careful service with attentive nail prep. A Northeast Minneapolis community staple on Johnson Street—the neighborhood’s artists, brewery workers, and long-term NE residents who want a clean, curated nail experience that fits the district’s creative ethos.
+ 1 952-300-1040
5454 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis MN 55419
See Google Reviews →Cosmo Nails maintains a clean, professional environment and has built a strong reputation for safe, careful service with attentive nail prep. A south Minneapolis neighborhood pick on Nicollet Avenue—Tangletown and Windom families and longtime south Minneapolis residents who want a clean, honest nail service at a fair price close to home.
+ 1 612-354-7360
370 Snelling Ave S, St Paul MN 55105
See Google Reviews →With a 4.7-star rating across 3,956 reviews, HAPPY NAILS & HEAD SPA earns its reputation through meticulous attention to detail and professional-grade service. A Macalester-Groveland and Highland Park community fixture on Snelling Avenue—St. Paul’s walkable southwest neighborhoods, drawing Macalester students and neighborhood families who want a combined nail and head spa experience.
+ 1 651-698-0406
5559 Xerxes Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55410
See Google Reviews →BeeQ Nails Spa maintains a clean, professional environment and has built a strong reputation for safe, careful service with attentive nail prep. A quiet Linden Hills boutique for south Minneapolis’s most coveted neighborhood—Fulton and Linden Hills residents who want a peaceful, clean nail experience close to the lakes and the farmers’ market.
+ 1 952-681-0473
4509 France Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55410
See Google Reviews →Nails Image & Spa maintains a clean, professional environment and has built a strong reputation for safe, careful service with attentive nail prep. On the Linden Hills-Edina border along France Avenue—best for south Minneapolis and Edina residents who want a clean, professional nail service between two of the Twin Cities’ most desirable neighborhoods.
+ 1 612-929-5101
FAQ
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 Minneapolis meet state minimums but don’t adopt these higher-standard practices.
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.
Minneapolis 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.
Bring your own kit
Some readers prefer to bring their own tools. These Amazon picks pair well with the criteria we use to evaluate salons.
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