They did an excellent job on my nails. I highly recommend their service. The price is reasonable,…read moreand the place isn't crowded.

I went to Kay's Nail today to ask about acrylic nail removal and was surprised to find out they…read moredon't offer that service. I was genuinely confused because most nail salons are able to remove acrylics, especially if clients are planning to get a new set afterward. The staff was polite, but if you're looking for a full-service nail salon that includes acrylic removal, this may not be the right fit.

So thankful to have found a wonderful nail salon, and right in my backyard. I like that it's a…read moresmall salon, as I'm not into a lot of chatter and bustle. This was the best and most enjoyable manicure and pedicure I've gotten in years. Everything Mina did was top notch, from the way she cut my ingrown toe nail, to the way she massaged my legs and arms, to the polish application. And, she's a very wise and kind human, so the energy here is so good. Highly recommend!

The Mani Pedi is a hidden jewel! I moved from Los Angeles and I was looking for a place to get my…read morenails done. I discovered the Mani Pedi Bar nail shop and stopped looking. Mina gives excellent pedicures, and takes care of my feet. Mina also takes care of my nails. it has a peaceful, calm a vibe and is very relaxing. I highly recommend this nail bar.

Fabulous spa nail salon. The decor is a vibe, the sounds make you feel like your in an oasis…read more Jenny did a phenomenal gel manicure for me, its lasted through many dishwasher sessions. They have quality products. The owner is fabulous, she's a gem. Best in Marin County!

Great job! Went to my cuticles. Did what I wanted. Matched my toes and dips on my fingers. Thanks!read more

I treated my wife to a pedicure at Marlowe in Larkspur over the holidays. She said it was one of…read morethe best pedicure experiences she's had in the Bay Area. The area they brought her to for the pedicure was super clean and everyone working there were friendly, especially the person worked with her. My wife's already scheduled her next visit there. Couldn't have been a better gift to make her day.

My sister and I decided to try Marlowe out because we wanted a more elevated experience as a…read morebirthday treat, but I've had pedicures that were half the price and so much more elevated. I didn't understand all of the positive reviews until I read a little further and saw that they bribe clients by offering a free manicure for a 5 star review. I didn't book the appointments so didn't receive this offer, but my experience was so underwhelming, I would have felt guilty saying otherwise - like I was tricking people into being disappointed for my own gain. First of all, there were no massage chairs!? And accessibility to the (not very comfortable) pedicure chairs is only for the able-bodied, as it requires a large step up/down on sleek flooring with no handrail. There are tons of basic polishes to choose from, but we were rushed choosing our shades, and the selection was lacking in anything more interesting, such as multi-chromes, shimmers, or holographic shades. The website promises medical-grade sterlization, so I thought they must use an autoclave. However the tools were just loose in the tray, not sealed in autoclave pouches. I thought I could see a UV cabinet (it could've just been a towel warmer, they look alike from a distance) in the back through the open door, but there wasn't any evidence of sanitization on our specific trays of tools, much less medical-grade. My sister booked us the Big Sur pedicures, which are supposed to last 55 minutes, include soak, shaping, cuticle care, moisturizing, and polish, PLUS sugar scrub, hot towels and a 10 minute massage. I didn't even realize she had booked the upgraded service until afterwards - when I was already annoyed by all of the basic missed steps, with no clue as to how much of the promised service was actually being skipped or skimped on. My technician didn't introduce herself or speak to me for the entire 25 minutes of my service, which was incredibly awkward. Did you catch that my 55 minute, $85 (plus tip) pedicure was under a half hour? Were the other 30 minutes promised in the service meant to be drying time? There was no callous or cuticle clean-up, sugar scrub, or hot towels. My nails are all different lengths and cut at weird angles, polish applied sloppily on my cuticles and skin, and my polish had a huge smear on it that I was unable to get fixed because my technician just grunted and walked away when she was "finished" (and before I could look at my nails), never to be seen again. My sister spent an extra $22 for callous removal, and her technician told her she didn't know what she was doing and had never done it before!? She just put some lotion on her feet, wrapped them in plastic for a few minutes, and that seemed to be the whole upgraded experience. Neither one of us received anything you would classify as an actual foot or leg massage, let alone the 10 minutes we paid extra for - my technician lightly ran her hands on my feet and legs for about a minute each while STARING at the clock on the wall behind her. It was less of a massage than what is normally included with even the cheapest pedicure at any local hole-in-the-wall spot. No one told us how long we should wait for our nails to dry (there were no dryers), and no one ever returned to check on us or help us on with our shoes - something that is pretty basic etiquette at even the cheapest salon. My main disappointment is that my sister is incredibly busy and giving - always putting everyone else first - and never has/takes time to pamper herself and relax, and she was really excited for this service. It's upsetting that she didn't get the little bit of pampering she was looking forward to, on the rare occasion that she allowed herself the opportunity. Overall, embarrassingly bad service at any price, but appalling when you're selling a luxury service.

This is my secret perfect pedi spot I decided to stop gatekeeping…read more 5 stars because the pedis I get from Magnolia last for 5+ weeks! 5 stars for a clean airy space with ventilation, a nice view, big windows, sunlight, and no brain damaging smells. Woah, rare. 5 stars for OPI gel colors. 5 stars for great foot massages and comfy clean massage chairs. 5 stars for being near trees and having easy parking and generally being chill with no upselling or obnoxious music. (I still bring headphones to get work done but thankfully they are really polite about my A-type habits)

I passed by this place earlier in the week and thought it looked really cute and I really wanted to…read moretry it especially after reading reviews! So after running around all day the day before my wedding, I called to make an appointment for myself and my new little sister in law for pedicures, they told us to come at 5, then someone called back again and told us to come at 5:15 (cool not a big deal, I didn't care).. They finally got to us maybe 10/15 minutes after the fact, and I've never seen someone rush through doing a pedicure faster... The massage was maybe a minute all together for both legs and the lady was pretty rough with me... If you can't perform the same thoughtful and detailed service that's done for everyone else throughout the day, you shouldn't be scheduling appointments at 5 if you close at 6 and are just gonna rush through it. I just wanted to relax the evening before my wedding after running around all day trying to get last minute things together, and that was not possible there which was really disappointing.

This is a new nail salon for me, you went a few times in February. Plan to go back this week. Each…read moretime I left very happy and satisfied.

I've made appointments and walked in during the week and there's rarely a long wait. Everyone is…read morenice. The whole salon is pleasant to be in (decor and music is great) and they have an army of workers. I like regular gel on my nails, but they offer it all. I'm pretty seasoned at this by now and what I've noticed is that I leave with great looking manicures, but every time I go back, my nails are thinner and weaker. I'm not sure if I'll keep going here because they seem to value time over the health of my nails. Every tech is quick to use the chemical remover that will sting/ burn your skin if it touches you, and takes the gel right off like acid. To make things even faster they'll use the dremmel to sand down the nail and remove any residual polish. This results in thinner, weaker, exposed nails over time. So when that chemical remover is painted on- wow! It hurts. It's cold and painful, and by the time you realize it- too late. I'm growing out my nails and letting them replenish themselves before I go back- which could take months. Why go back at all? Convenience, really. I'll likely ask them to lay off the chemical remover and wrap them instead. As far as polish colors go, they seem to have a lot, but they use a ton of DND. I prefer the longevity of OPI, but they do have some of this as well. They keep your info in their system but don't track your colors- note that detail yourself. I don't know if it's a gel thing, but it bothers me how rough they file my nails. It's never done with a fine grain along the edges. Inevitably I'll start snagging things with the edge of my fingernails and need to file them myself. Would I recommend this place? Yes, for ambiance and time alone. The cost is average to high if you go beyond the basic manicures, but this is Marin. I get better quality for the same, or less, in the city- so I may just start going back there until my nails are healthy again.

Made an appointment for 11:30, for 2 - as nail shops have unpredictable walk ins! Came in at 11:30,…read moreseveral customers were already in seats and they made quick accommodations to made sure we could get our Pedi & Mani's done accordingly. The nail technicians are extremely sweet, and have the best intentions with their services and interactions, while conversation is minimal, they are focused on the task at hand. Very satisfied with my pedi soak and light massage, in addition to my nail set. The prices are reasonable, especially with every increasing cost in every industry and business. Be nice to your nail technician, they are trying their best!

I've tried several nail salons in the area, and Ooh La La Salon has become my go-to. The salon is…read morealways clean, welcoming, and professionally run. One thing I really appreciate is that they have a large team, so it's easy to get an appointment and the service is efficient without feeling rushed. They also have an impressive selection of nail colors and options, making it easy to find exactly the look you're going for. The staff is friendly, attentive, and consistently does a great job. Highly recommend Ooh La La Salon for anyone looking for quality service in a clean and comfortable environment!

Be Polished is the BEST nail salon in Marin! I have been a regular client for 2 years now and this…read morereview is long overdue. Ruby, her sister, and their team are so sweet and caring, they do amazing services and my favorites are always dip manicure in almond shape and gel pedicure. Please look at my collection of nails and nail arts done to see their amazing and hard work! I took my mom to this salon for the first time and she's extremely pain sensitive with manicures, however, the beautiful ladies at Be Polished are so gentle she was able to comfortably get a gel manicure and our next appointment is booked already. I've spent almost my whole life in Marin and it's been so difficult finding the right salon without anything to scare me away since I'm so picky. They've gained a loyal customer for life

Highly attentive staff. Great mani/pedi. Hobby came too and also had positive experience. Made…read moreappointment and staff were ready.