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Emoji Nails

Nail salon · Youngstown, OH · reviewed since 2025

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%96+61Reliability 28%96+27.1Replies to reviews 8%16+1.3Experts Score= 89Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#14 of 67 nail salonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 80%
5.0 ★★★★★ 364 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
$60typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Emoji Nails at a glance

Google reviewers rate Emoji Nails five stars based on 364 reviews, highlighting friendly staff, clean facilities, and skilled nail technicians. Customers frequently mention reasonable pricing, effective communication regarding specific design requests, and the salon's willingness to accommodate walk-ins and out-of-town visitors. The single low-star review appears to be a data entry error, as its text is identical to a positive five-star review, indicating no consistent pattern of negative feedback in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 364 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 364 Google reviews (288 with written comments, 69 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Nail Salon serving Youngstown, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other nail salons

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction96Reliability96Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews16Satisfaction: 96 (median 84)Reliability: 96 (median 78)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 16 (median 66)
Emoji NailsNail Salons median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Emoji Nails: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Emoji Nails: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 90.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Emoji Nails: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Emoji Nails: 16/100 on this factor. Category median: 66.F
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Star ratings

364 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars35598%
  • 4 stars72%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star10%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 288 written reviews

  • Praise32999%
  • Complaints31%

Price

What customers reported paying

$60-15% vs typical nail salons

Middle half of what 194 customers paid ($45–$76) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results12136%
  • Staff & attitude12036%
  • Would recommend4313%
  • Speed & response227%
  • Price & value227%
  • Communication31%
  • Honesty & trust10%

What customers talk about

We read 288 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I am very particular, and Tom did an amazing job, took his time and went the extra mile to match the pink acrylic.”
  • “The staff was so friendly and kind, I love my pedicure!”
  • “Would highly recommend for pedicures and manicures.”
  • “I called for an acrylics nail trim and back fill, Jaci was able to get me in that very same day!”
  • “Very nice Great price Clean Definitely will be my go to place”
    “I love the nails I got as-well, they aren't very expensive.”
  • “Recognized we were from out of town, explained everything, didn't rush us and understood my foot care needs when explained.”
  • “While the salon itself is new, the quality of service is exactly what I’ve always loved and trusted.”

People customers mention

  • Jaci 10 reviews
  • Jackie 10 reviews
  • Sally 9 reviews
  • Ben 8 reviews
  • Austintown 7 reviews
  • Lisa 7 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Emoji Nails for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Paula3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 11 hours ago★★★★★

My nail tech is Sally. She is a younger tech and always has a smile on. She has always helped me decide my color and on my last visit added a little Halloween design on my ring finger nails. If you haven’t been to Emogi Nail salon yet, you should definitely try them out.

Paid $40–60Nail extensions
Teresa8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★

This is my favorite salon for nails in this area. Hands down better than anywhere I’ve been

Paid $40–60
Karlee10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★

My first thought and review was this is by far the best nail salon I’ve been to in the area! Everyone is so kind, welcoming, and polite, and their work is truly top-notch. They pay attention to the little details and always make sure everything is done beautifully. I’ve been so impressed with the quality and…

Customer photo from Karlee's review
Paid $140–160Nail artNail paintingSpa services
JaimeLocal Guide · 164 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Jaci always does a beautiful job! My nails are shaped perfectly with a beautiful ombre!

Paid $60–80Nail art
Tracy6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Had my nails done and toenails polished. Loved this place. So friendly and clean!! First time there, I had Tom and will be going back there and have Tom again!!! Good prices!!!

Paid $40–60Acrylic nails
ToniaLocal Guide · 47 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I had some free time after work while traveling and decided I would treat myself to a pedicure. Emoji Nails did an amazing job!

Paid $60–80Pedicure

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Pedicure107$45–$73
Nail painting51$45–$79
Acrylic nails48$50–$79
Nail art35$58–$93
Gel manicures32$50–$93
Nail polish changes25$29–$59
Nail extensions23$61–$88
Manicure18$45–$73

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 364 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Paula J Yauman3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paula has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My nail tech is Sally. She is a younger tech and always has a smile on. She has always helped me decide my color and on my last visit added a little Halloween design on my ring finger nails. If you haven’t been to Emogi Nail salon yet, you should definitely try them out.

  • Price: $40–60
  • Services: Nail extensions
Teresa Lynn Burk8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Teresa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is my favorite salon for nails in this area. Hands down better than anywhere I’ve been

  • Price: $40–60
Doug Jenkins4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Doug has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service

  • Services: Men's manicures
Karlee Banks10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karlee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My first thought and review was this is by far the best nail salon I’ve been to in the area! Everyone is so kind, welcoming, and polite, and their work is truly top-notch. They pay attention to the little details and always make sure everything is done beautifully. I’ve been so impressed with the quality and service, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great nail salon! Until I lost 2 toe nails after 3 days after i got gel polish and lost 5 nails, one of which got fixed and still lost it. I understand things happen but when you pay $180 you expect a little bit better results than that. For reference, I got a full set and the highest pedicure. And that price includes tip

  • Price: $140–160
  • Services: Nail art, Nail painting, Spa services
  • Busyness: Busy
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Lynette4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Not my usual nail salon, but I needed somewhere close to my location at the time and took a chance. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. In love with my nails!

Paige MauchLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paige has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Kayla is wonderful!

  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Pedicure, Gel manicures
  • Service duration: 1–2 hr
Jaime RomeoLocal Guide · 164 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jaime has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jaci always does a beautiful job! My nails are shaped perfectly with a beautiful ombre!

  • Price: $60–80
  • Services: Nail art
  • Busyness: A little busy
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
Elle8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The staff was so friendly and kind, I love my pedicure!! She did an amazing job! Will definitely be back soon :)

  • Services: Nail polish changes, Pedicure
Georgia Velly20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Georgia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am very pleased with my pedicure ☺️ I will be returning..Kayla was Great!!

  • Price: $60–80
Karolyn Kopcial11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karolyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’m always pleased with Sally’s work on my nails. She does an amazing job.👍😊

  • Price: $60–80
  • Services: Nail polish changes, Dip powder

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