5 Best Salons in Bloomington IL
Updated 29 September 2026 · 7 salons in Bloomington IL considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five salons in the Bloomington IL area, including nail salons and hair studios. It is for anyone choosing a place for a manicure, pedicure, cut or color without reading hundreds of reviews first. The list is ranked by Google rating weighted by review count, with a minimum of 300 reviews, and seven qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry draws only on that salon's listing details and what its reviewers mention, so check hours and booking rules before you go.
#1
Kevin NAILS by MIKE
★ 4.9 (557 Google reviews)Nail salon
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Kevin NAILS by MIKE is a nail salon at 2303 E Washington St, closed Mondays and open Tuesday through Sunday. Reviewers mention acrylic sets that are not overly thick, Gel-X done from a reference photo, French tips and a first pedicure that went well. One reviewer noted trouble with a star design. It accepts walk-ins, is listed as good for kids, and has free parking and wheelchair-accessible entry and seating.
Best for: Walk-in acrylics and pedicures
- Address
- 2303 E Washington St #600g, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 9 am–5 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#2
ELLA NAIL SPA
★ 4.9 (511 Google reviews)Nail salon
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ELLA NAIL SPA is a nail salon on Bradford Ln in Normal, open every day with evening hours until 8 pm most weekdays. Reviewers describe a welcoming, clean atmosphere, careful attention to detail and skill with complex nail designs, with some returning for pedicures and then fun nails the next day. It identifies as Asian-owned and is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space. It takes appointments and walk-ins, and offers Wi-Fi.
Best for: Detailed nail art
- Address
- 1730 Bradford Ln #210, Normal, IL 61761, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–8 pm; Mon 9:30 am–8 pm; Sat 9 am–7 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–8 pm; Tue 9:30 am–8 pm; Wed 9:30 am–8 pm
#3
OS Salon - Bloomington
★ 4.8 (303 Google reviews)Hair salon
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OS Salon - Bloomington is a hair salon at 1310 E Empire St, open Tuesday to Saturday with late hours until 8:30 pm Tuesday through Thursday. Reviewers mention choosing a stylist from online bios, color work on naturally black hair, and cuts that remove bulk from thick hair and add face-framing layers. One parent describes patient haircuts for a sensitive child. The building is listed as wheelchair accessible, including parking, entrance, seating and restroom.
Best for: Color and cuts for thick hair
- Address
- 1310 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8:30 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–5 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 8:30 am–8:30 pm; Tue 8:30 am–8:30 pm; Wed 8:30 am–8:30 pm
#4
GALAXY NAILS (Bloomington-IL)
★ 4.7 (684 Google reviews)Nail salon
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GALAXY NAILS (Bloomington-IL) is a nail salon at 2407 E Washington St, open Monday to Saturday and closed Sundays. Regulars point to detailed designs and friendly technicians they rebook with for years, and several reviewers call it a favorite spot. One reviewer, however, found a set that was bluntly cut with uneven polish. The listing notes wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and restroom.
Best for: Regular nail appointments
- Address
- 2407 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–7 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 9 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
#5
Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa
★ 4.7 (586 Google reviews)Hair salon
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Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa is a women-owned hair salon and day spa at 200 W Monroe St, open Monday to Saturday. Reviewers mention a private room for wig fittings, perms, and a color correction from hot pink to honey blonde with minimal damage, and one long-time client has visited since childhood. Appointments are required. It is listed as LGBTQ+ friendly with gender-neutral restrooms, beverages, and free lot and street parking.
Best for: Color correction and wig fittings
- Address
- 200 W Monroe St #2, Bloomington, IL 61701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–6 pm; Mon 9 am–7 pm; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 9 am–7 pm; Wed 9 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 salons in Bloomington IL with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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, Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa opens at 8 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?
Kevin NAILS by MIKE ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 557 reviews. ELLA NAIL SPA is second at 4.9 from 511 reviews.
Which salons in Bloomington IL are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is OS Salon - Bloomington, at 8:30 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Kevin NAILS by MIKE and Fox & Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa.
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