5 Best Salons in South Congress, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 45 salons in South Congress, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five highly rated salons in and around South Congress, Austin TX, drawn from 45 qualifying businesses. It is for anyone looking for a reliable manicure, pedicure or nail design without testing several shops first. The ranking comes from Google ratings weighted by how many people left one, so a strong score backed by many reviews ranks higher. Each entry notes hours, address, booking details and what reviewers bring up most often.
#1
Bling Nails
★ 5 (687 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Bling Nails is on the S I-35 frontage road and opens at 9:30 am most days, closing at 8 pm, with shorter Sunday hours. It accepts walk-ins, though appointments are recommended. Reviewers describe a welcoming neighborhood salon with separate strengths in shaping and nail design, and several mention the complimentary drinks, including Vietnamese coffee. Newcomers to Austin say they found a regular salon here. Wi-Fi and card payments are available.
Best for: Custom nail art and designs
- Address
- 5717 S I-35 Frontage Rd #120b, Austin, TX 78744, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–8 pm; Mon 9:30 am–8 pm; Sat 9:30 am–8 pm; Sun 11 am–6 pm; Thu 9:30 am–8 pm; Tue 9:30 am–8 pm; Wed 9:30 am–8 pm
#2
MILANO NAIL SPA AUSTIN
★ 4.9 (11,622 Google reviews)Nail salon
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MILANO NAIL SPA AUSTIN on E 7th St is a large salon with many pedicure chairs and nail stations, which reviewers say keeps visits from feeling rushed. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are offered, and one reviewer mentions a warm neck compress and a birthday discount. Walk-ins are accepted and reviewers describe them as fast. It is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly with gender-neutral restrooms and several parking options.
Best for: Group visits and walk-ins
- Address
- 2755 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 10 am–6 pm; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#3
Amor Nails & Spa
★ 4.9 (4,215 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Amor Nails & Spa sits on the S I-35 frontage road and is open until 7:30 pm Monday through Saturday, with Sunday hours from 11 am to 5 pm. Reviewers mention a complimentary drink and sweet treat, a clean and tidy space, and Gel-X and seasonal designs. Couples have booked deluxe manicures and pedicures here for anniversaries. A few reviewers were unhappy with pricing and technique, so experiences vary.
Best for: Pampering mani-pedi sessions
- Address
- 5510 S I-35 Frontage Rd Ste 130, Austin, TX 78745, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Mon 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Sat 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7:30 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7:30 pm
#4
Lisa’s Nails
★ 4.9 (1,151 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Lisa’s Nails is at 8708 S Congress Ave and identifies as a small, Asian-owned and women-owned business. Reviewers point to builder gel for growing out natural nails, plus a wide range of colors, chromes and cat-eye finishes. Walk-ins are accepted, and one reviewer was seated close to closing time before engagement photos. Beverages are offered, it is marked good for kids, and there is a free parking lot.
Best for: Builder gel on natural nails
- Address
- 8708 S Congress Ave Ste 540, Austin, TX 78745, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–8 pm; Mon 10 am–8 pm; Sat 9 am–8 pm; Sun 10 am–7 pm; Thu 9:30 am–8 pm; Tue 10 am–8 pm; Wed 10 am–8 pm
#5
Moncheri Nails Lounge
★ 4.9 (711 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Moncheri Nails Lounge is at 2400 E 6th St, open 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays with shorter weekend hours. Reviewers describe a calm, upscale setting with massage chairs and careful cuticle work, and mention abstract art and milky finishes. One longtime client reported a decline in consistency over recent months, so feedback is not uniform. The salon offers wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom.
Best for: Detailed, careful manicures
- Address
- 2400 E 6th St #117, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 10 am–6 pm; Sun 11 am–6 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 45 salons in South Congress, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, MILANO NAIL SPA AUSTIN opens at 9 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated salon on this list?
Bling Nails ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 687 reviews. MILANO NAIL SPA AUSTIN is second at 4.9 from 11,622 reviews.
Which salons in South Congress, Austin TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Bling Nails, at 8 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for MILANO NAIL SPA AUSTIN and Lisa’s Nails.
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