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    Best Nails

    3.6 (102 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

    Services - Best Nails

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    I selfishly don't wanna tell you about this nail salon because it's just the best. They're always busy for a reason! Their standards and kindness is unmatched, they are a family owned business and I always come out of the nail salon, smiling and grateful.

    Look no further, you've found the best nail salon in Encinitas. It's my favorite part of my week coming into Best Nails. Not only do they have nearly 1,000 color choices, they also help you pick out exactly what you've been envisioning and it always comes out perfect. They constantly stay on top of the latest nail trends and have the supplies for them like jelly, chrome, cateye etc. I get a gel manicure every time and it lasts 2 full weeks, sometimes even 3 full weeks with zero chips. If you have an appointment, they always start on time and get you in and out in about an hour (for gel mani). The people who work there are extremely kind, accommodating and really care about their clients. I always leave feeling 100% satisfied with how they turn out. BEST NAILS FOREVER

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    Lovely nail salon! i've had nothing but great experiences here and am always super happy with how my nails / toes turn out :)

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    Manager Lilly was very welcoming, on time and attentive to my requests. Excellent pedicure!

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    5 months ago

    They're so nice and I love the result! I got a white pedicure and it was great! Will come back again when I am in the area

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    8 months ago

    My husband and I love Best Nails salon! It is our home salon. BN is family owned and operated and has a warm and chill vibe.

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    2 years ago

    Need I say more... my nails always look amazing when I walk out the door! I have been coming here for years and love this place!

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    1 year ago

    I love this nail salon. Great local family run. Lily is amazing. High quality, good prices. My go to place.

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    2 years ago

    Easy to get in at last minute, quick service and friendly staff. Gel manicure lasted a long time.

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    Love Best Nails! Conveniently located, easy parking, great service, and always good quality manicure and pedicure.

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    I love how beautiful it is inside and the staff is so friendly. They take their time to make sure…read moremy nails look perfect. I have been a nail biter for years and now I have my own nails grown out because they help treat them. I definitely recommend coming in and trying out this location.

    So disappointed with the incompetent AI booking system and inability by the staff to problem solve…read more I called during business hours to book appts for me and my adult daughter. They didn't answer the phone and instead I received a text to make the appts. The AI could not understand I was trying to make 2 appts for 2 services each. Just basic manis and pedis. I gave up, called the next day and made the appts with a receptionist. She seemed confused as she was booking the appointments and I had to repeat the time I asked for multiple times to her. We confirmed everything twice by the end of the call. When we arrived for our appointments, they said they only had one appt on the books and could not accommodate another. The receptionist questioned whether I had actually made the two appts. and wanted to know who I spoke with. They were more accusatory than helpful. The receptionist stared at us blankly as she could not think of any other options to accommodate. It was not the experience I expected when talking with the person who made the appts. Now that I've read more reviews, I can see I'm not the only person who has problems with their scheduling in general. I had just wanted to spend a nice and relaxing day for my daughter and I, but it felt stressful right off the bat. Luckily the nail salon at the forum could take us, even if we didn't get drinks.

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    I found this spot on Yelp and I am so glad I decided to stop by. There is paid underground parking…read moregarage available, and I was able to walk in without an appointment, which was super convenient. The spa itself is beautifully decorated, very cute, and has a fun, girly vibe that makes the whole experience feel relaxing and special. They were also running a promotion, with a sign right at the entrance offering additional discounts, which we always appreciate. I got a gel manicure called "Delight" for $50 and a signature pedicure with regular polish for $55. Emily did my nails, and she was fantastic. It has been two weeks now, and I am still really happy with how everything has held up. There has been no lifting or cracking at all, and I still absolutely love the color.

    This was one of the most concerning salon experiences I've had, and I would strongly advise others…read moreto AVOID this place. During my appointment, my nail tech noticed green discoloration under my gel nail and called it "mold." Instead of stopping the service, removing the product, or taking any sanitary precautions, she filed the nail and applied new hard gel directly over it. Covering a potentially infected nail is not only irresponsible, it reflects a serious lack of basic hygiene and safety standards. I went back to address the issue and asked for the product on that nail to be removed. They refused to offer a complimentary removal and told me they would "cover up anything," even if it were an infection. That statement alone should be alarming to anyone considering this salon. They also dismissed the possibility of infection entirely and showed no concern for my nail health. To make matters worse, this wasn't an isolated issue. On multiple previous visits, I told the techs that my nails were lifting. Instead of properly addressing the cause, they repeatedly just added glue over the lifted areas and continued with the service. That kind of shortcut traps moisture and bacteria, and it very likely contributed to the situation I'm now dealing with. A salon that ignores lifting, covers over potential infections, and refuses to take accountability is not maintaining safe or sanitary practices. This goes beyond poor customer service..... it's a health risk. I will not be returning, and I would strongly recommend going somewhere that actually follows proper hygiene standards and prioritizes nail health.

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