My nails looks so good! So I'm a loyalist and have had the same nail tech for 10 years before moving. I was scared to try a new place but they did such a great job. I got gel x manicure and a gel pedicure. They paid attention to the details and were really nice. Also, I love that they use disposable/new scrubbers for your feet for sanitary reasons. I do however wish the music wasn't calming meditation music cause it made me sleepy haha. read more

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While the actual mani and pedi have been very good, the last few visits I have felt ignored, unappreciated and not welcome. No smile or welcome. The staff do not seem happy. One instance 3 weeks ago I called ahead as always and was told to come over now. When I arrived no one acknowledged me for 15 mins. I finally gave up and left. Yes they were busy but why tell me to come when they had no technicians available? read more

This nail salon is very peaceful and nice. This is my go to place for mani and pedi's. I've tried almost all the nail salons in Alameda and this one is the best. They are always on time. Other places will say they can see me but 30 minutes later, I'm still waiting. Here, they run on time and they don't rush me out to cater to other guests. They do get busy sometimes but it doesn't feel like a hustle and bustle environment. They ladies here are very kind and thorough. They do a great job every time. It's a perfect place to sit down and relax. read more

Needed a new nail salon and found this place on Yelp. The last nail salon I went to had my nails chipping just after a week. Happy to day that after two weeks, my nails are still going strong! - Parking is available via street parking - As with any salon, it's better to make a reservation, but they do accept walk-ins - I appreciated the foot scrub despite how ticklish I am. They also didn't nice leg and arm massage that made the experience relaxing - Lots of colors to choose from, bathroom available, chairs are all massage chairs - They accept cash and card read more

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Lots of color choices including chrome. I did gel manicure and pedicure and the cost was $75 before tip which is a pretty good deal. The staff was nice and on a Wednesday during the day there was no wait. Pro tip: call in advance for an appointment. Parking on the street. read more

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The service has been attentive every time I go with my boyfriend , we usually get seated within minutes of arriving . Although there have been 2 instance one were they didn't get my hangnail all the way which caused my big toe to get swollen on the side and another were they accidentally cut his big toe while cutting his nail . They do charge $10 to remove gel nails from your toes if your getting a regular nail polish pedicure . Mine happened a few days to develop , he discovered his when she cleaned his toenails with alcohol and it stung .would I stop coming here because of it ? No like I said they are attentive and you do get a bang for your buck . They usually have YouTube music on which is just a chill relax vibe . I just would of like if they mentioned in the beginning of service that there would be $10 charge to remove my gel nail toe polish . read more

We stopped in this Great little nail spot this afternoon and it was perfect! We were in and out in 35 minutes and the prices were amazing! I got a gel mani for $35. We will most definitely be back in a couple weeks!! read more

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The ladies at Alameda nails have done it again, I'm so impressed with their attention to details and general great service. I took my mom for her first manicure in the US w reg polish. The nail tech recommended her a holiday color and did an excellent job w her nails. Now I got my mom to self care lol. I've been wanting Hailey Biebers pearl nails for a while and the younger nail tech, Linh was able to achieve it simply without powder. She used lightest white gel polish and chrome powder on top. Pearl nails is usually powder which costs more than gel but she did mine with gel polish. I'm super satisfied with service and quality. This is by far the best nail salon I've been to in alameda. read more

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Both my daughter and I got fungus under our fingernails at this place. When I told them the first time they blamed me and then started speaking in Vietnamese. Also, they are very expensive and they do a terrible job at gel. Their gel job is super thick and uneven. I've never had this issue with gel nor fungus under a fingernail. When I brought both of these issues up to them, the second time and I was very polite they were extremely rude started speaking in Vietnamese and ignoring me. I'm just shocked because they seemed so great at first and they have such good reviews. Very, very, very disappointing. I do not recommend. read more

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I don't get manis/pedis often but have to attend a wedding soon so tagged along with my sister who always gets the deluxe pedicure option. They are appointment only. The shop is like on the more dead side of Alameda lol. Not crazy busy like Park St. It's nice and relaxing. I got a regular pedicure for $31. My lady was professional and efficient. I didn't catch her name but you could tell she really cares about the quality of her work and didn't rush thru it like most places do. Will definitely return if I have a special occasion coming up or need a little pampering. read more

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My review is not about the quality of the job the nail technician did, it is about the way I was treated. I had made an appointment, came in on time, walked in and said hello and no one answered: the guy at the front desk answering phone is just staring at me behind the glass, looking right through me. Then finally someone said something that sounded like "can we help you" so I said I had an appointment at 5 for a pedicure.... no reaction, no take a seat, nothing. I left and came back a couple minutes later because I had left my nail polish in the car and then they said: pick a color, have a seat. Ok. Then a chair opens up, it's being cleaned, water running and the guy tells me to sit and then walks away and the water is scorching hot but no one is asking how it is, the water just keeps running and I am waiting while several people are talking in the back. Finally a person appears and asks me about the water: she is the tech and she is obviously good at her job and I totally get how this is not a fun job, it's 5pm on a Saturday, I am sure they have been very busy, but I am a customer. Not a regular customer, but a customer nonetheless. That is not what offended me most. What did offend me, and the reason I will never be back, is that before my nails are dry, I am being asked to leave the chair because a regular is waiting to get his nails done (the guy had been in for like 3 minutes and surely could have waited another 5 until the chair next to mine opened up) so I have to walk bare feet to a chair by the door until my nails are dry enough for me to put my shoes on. That is just wrong. I mean, the place is clean but the floor is the floor and people have been walking on it with shoes all day long and I have to walk bare feet on it? You guys will never see me again and I guess you're not hurting for business, obviously, but that is no way to treat a customer. I am a nice person, left a nice tip anyway, and I expect to be treated with as much respect as the regular customers who, by the way, had been lounging since way before I arrived and were never asked to leave their chair! read more

I like that I am able to schedule my last minute appt online. The shop is clean and doesn't have that overwhelming chemical small that most nail shops have. My Deluxe Pedicure included a mud mask, hot towel wrap and cooling gel massage for my legs and feet. I would return for all my nail care needs.. read more

Came here couple of times before, didn't have any issues, that's why I came back today for pedicure. But today It wasn't same as before. I got very poor pedicure. My technician was elderly asian woman. She cut my nails unevenly, start polishing without base coat. I asked why she didn't put base coat, she said she did. When she's done, it looks horrible, different shapes nails with bumpy uneven coloring Told her about it, she was kind of rude, and said something in her language, then just walk away. read more

Service was good, everyone was so nice; however, quality is a bit weak. I got gel manicure on Saturday, but on Monday I started to notice that the polish was already wanting to peel. It hasn't been a week and my nails are starting to officially peel. Price was fair ($40), but for how long it lasted, I'm not too sure.. read more

I had come in while they were busy so I made an appointment for later and they gave me a call when they were free if I wanted to come in earlier to the Appt I made. It was close to closing time but I liked that they didn't try to rush. read more

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Mai is an artist!! This was my first time getting a full set and bay-beh Mai popped off! My full set and regular pedicure took less than an hour to complete. She was super gentle and payed attention to what I wanted. Price was SUPER fair and I got so many compliments. These nails were not coming off for anything! They endured a grueling week of wedding festivities and partying. And let me tell you, I am clumsy and rough with my nails. I'm pretty sure these would have lasted a damn near month, but having nails at work isn't very functional. I was actually pretty sad to take them off lol read more

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They don't over book. Nails are consistently well done. Nice atmosphere. Some salons have the news on the entire time. AN has soothing music and visually peaceful TB scenes. read more

First off, I come here for my hair with Thi..she does my baby lights and always been a pleasure and great with timing. I can get my hair done with her in 3 hours and in between i get my nails done! She always does an amazing job! read more

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I called on a Thurs evening and was able to get an appointment first thing Friday morning, which I really appreciated. I got a gel pedicure and was in and out within an hour, but didn't feel rushed at all - the lady that did my nails did an excellent job removing my old gel polish as well. Very clean and super friendly! Will be my new go to nail salon. read more

Updating to show some of the most recent designs. Linh is the best for acrylics. 100% recommend. read more

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I'v been scared of salons because iv been cut and hurt many times at salons, but this one was great and I'd def come back here. I got a acrylic full set with French tip it was $80 which is a lot but also is average price now. She was very gentle and took her time which is important to me. I am excited to come back to get a pedi here. Also very relaxing atmosphere. Overall happy with my nails and the experience! read more

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I called several places in Alameda but none of them could take me last minute until this one. The regular mani pedi is only $50 (it would've been almost double the cost at Berkeley salons). I think it's a hidden gem bc it's not on the main street (Park Street). I was surprised it was so quiet and pretty empty on a Saturday afternoon. They deserve more customers! I was pleased with how my nails turned out, and the service was good! I was indecisive about the nail colors but the decision was made for me when the pink color I chose for my fingernails turned out nearly empty. The extra bonus was the massage chairs bc of my severe back pain currently. It would've been a very different experience without it so I feel extra grateful for this unexpected treat. You just have to press the power button on the remote to repeat. I may come back to try a wax or haircut. Wax person wasn't in today. Great experience overall! read more

Brought my mother in law Violet to this gem of a find nail salon. Amazing pedicure and service. Nice spoiling

Yes yes and yes! I am so glad I piggybacked my friends nail appointment and came to get myself a pedicure. This place has an healthy nail salon award from the city of Alameda and they have signs to prove it on the wall inside the shop. I got the classic pedicure which is $20, and cheaper than many unhealthy places in oakland. The pedicure station is different than others too. Their massage chairs recline all the way, massages your whole back and legs! My pedicure wasn't done in the typical pedicure bowl most places have, they use plastic bowls that sit on top of a foot massage and inside the bowl there's a another layer of a removable liner which keeps it super clean since they discard after every use. They put real slices of lemons in the water which is really good for the skin. My pedicurist was really nice and took her time while doing my feet. They were really helpful with answering all my questions. They don't have a private parking lot but there are tons of free street parking outside. read more

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Got my mani / pedi done last minute on Friday afternoon before my wedding on Sunday. Called to confirm availability and came in / got seated right away. Excellent service and great price. Gel nails still looking great 5 days later!! read more

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This establishment does NOT respect the client's time. I called and made a 9:30 am first thing in the morning appointment for a fill (on a full set that I got done at this salon last month). They scheduled it. Then later in the day, called me back to ask if I could come at 1pm instead. Even though I wasn't told why they were requesting the switch to a later time, and even though it was inconvenient, I said okay. At 1pm, I'm 4 minutes away and I get a call from them. I'm apologetic and immediately say "I'm very close, I'll be there soon" As I'm pulling up to park at exactly 1:04 in front of the salon for that appointment I get another phone call saying that they need to reschedule me for 3:00 because "Linda is on a tight schedule". First of all, how can there be anyone else booked with Linda at 1:05 if I'm supposed to be in her chair? Second , so you can keep moving me around but I can't get a 4 minute grace period for the appointment that I accepted trying to give you some flexibility even though it was not what I wanted?! I think they've forgotten who is meant to be serving whom in this equation. No thanks. I won't be coming back. read more

Third time getting my nails done with them and I am still impressed. Lynn is so so sweet and puts time and effort into doing my nails. I love it here read more

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I was looking for a good pedicure and Alameda Nails did not disappoint. My daughter and I got the deluxe pedicure and were very pleased with the service. Very attentive, took time to ensure our pedicure was done correctly. They had a nice array of various exfoliating scrub fragrances and mud pack to select from. I got the aloe Vera and my daughter got the lavender. They also used a warm gel after cleaning and it felt so toasty. I'll definitely be back as the place was really clean with no chemical odors. We enjoyed how they did not rush or give a quick massage. read more

A couple of years later and this place still delivers the same consistency and great quality as my first appointment. It makes me sad when they have to turn away walk in's, so make sure to call ahead. I've been seeing Linh regularly for my gel manicure and now acrylic sets with gel and I always get complimented on my nails. I've also had good experiences with anyone who has done my pedicures which I'm less selective about. It's also ALWAYS clean. Love this place. read more

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I love this cute little nail salon. I recently moved to Alameda and was looking for a new go-to salon. The place itself is super clean and looks remodeled. The techs are super friendly, accommodating & kind. The environment is very calm unlike other salons which are loud from all of the techs chatter. So it's nice for a change and super relaxing. Tons of nail color options & different types of mani/pedis to choose from. They even offer haircut services. I've been here twice already & was helped by Emmy and Lynn. Both super sweet. I've already recommended this place to my friends. Def a must if you're in the area! read more

Moved to Alameda about a year ago and have been looking for a regular nail spot. Finally found it at Alameda Nails!! The place is super clean and the folks who work there are really sweet. I've gotten gel manicure which lasted three weeks no problem and multiple nice pedicures. I also got a full acrylic set for my birthday and Mei killed it! They are appointment only but i've never had trouble calling or setting one up online. Great spot! read more

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Called got an appointment same day. Arrived and they were able to seat me in 5 minutes of arriving. Very calm and clean environment. Had Mai as my 'nail-tician' and she did a very good job and gentle. Great selection of colors in both gel and traditional polish. Note: Although the website offers online reservations it is best at this time to call for appointment as there are some hiccups with appointments going through. Happy spa day! read more

I always leave happy with this consistent spot! I've been going here since moving in 2020 & I can say they are consistent with the service, quality, and range of artistic ability. read more

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I came here for the first time and decided to call to see if they had time for my gel pedicure because I seen on their yelp they were appointment only but they asked me what I needed and I said I could be there in 15 min and they said yea! It was a Saturday morning at 11am. It was sooo calm and clean when I walked in and I was surprised they werent busy! It's a beautiful nail shop. They cut hair and wax and everything too. But they were so kind, had new chairs new equipment. VERY CLEAN. All the women were so kind and I'd say it's been my most pleasant pedicure in a while. Reasonably priced. And my French tip pedi never has looked this perfect. read more

I love coming here, it is clean & quite. They even use an air filter so there is no acrylic smell. Mai is great & fast! I enjoyed my full set and pedicure. Make an appointment because they are a small staff. read more

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Love this nail salon because they respect appointments. They rarely take walk ins. It's a spacious clean salon & they follow covid protocols really well. This is my new favorite shop! read more

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5 star rating for service and cleanliness! My favorite nail shop . If you are looking for a shop that is QUIET, CLEAN, and has good prices, this is it! read more

I recently moved to Alameda from LA and looked up the closest salons to book a manicure. I was very happy with my choice! The ladies were so friendly and took their time perfecting the shape, cutting the cuticles, and painting. I really appreciate the great service! read more

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Okay, I'm officially in LOVE! Well lit. Very clean! Super peaceful! And OMG! Do Tracy & Ann pay beautiful attention to detail. Tracy is literally one of most meticulous pedicure artist I've ever encountered. Her spirit is so peaceful and demure and if you ask her, she can do it! What is "it"? You'll know when you want it! I have never been moved to tears during a leg massage, but Tracy did that! I've never dreamed of wanting to leave a 100% tip, but the way Tracy made me feel, she deserved it! Ann, is my nail shape magician! The perfect amount of acrylic, clean and neat around the nail bed and exactly the shape I requested! The nails fit my finger size perfectly and looked so beautiful and natural, just as I asked. I'm so thankful, I fell asleep twice while writing this review in the pedicure chair. This is what I needed and exactly where I needed to be today! read more

I've been a customer of Alameda Nails for years and have always been so impressed by the skill of the staff and how very clean and inviting the shop is. Over the past year while they had to be closed due to COVID-19, they did an amazing remodel and some of my favorite staff (Anne) have retired, but I must say, this place and the current staff are amazing! If you are anywhere near this shop, Alameda Nails is the place to go. read more