Walked in for an appointment. Ladies are so sweet and attentive! Susan took care of my pedicure. I trust her with my life

Susan was my pedicurist and took me as a walk-in. She was fantastic! I got the Castro special which was competitively priced and came with a fabulous foot and leg massage, hot tea and waters for me and my partner (who wasn't even a customer, just an observer). Susan was friendly, smiling throughout, attentive, and knew when to chat and when to let me just close my eyes and rest quietly. I get regular pedicures back home and I'll regret that Castro Nail Salon and Susan aren't local to me because if they were I'd be a regular customer! Count me one very satisfied customer! A+++ service. read more

I am not sure if this counts as an update. I have been coming here for many years. It is local. The new change that I have noticed this past year is they use a machine that looks similar to the one that is used to grind acrylic nails down. Not a fan. The worse part was the nail tech was not paying attention and my nail was worn thin and began to hurt. That is all. read more

Susan did my pedicure and was not very friendly did a poor job but the lady that did my manicure was great and very friendly. Over all it was ok read more

Was my first manicure and pedicure. I was reluctant to go, but it was a good thing. It was a little bit busy and I got in and got out within a reasonable time they were carrying and took their time was a great experience in our will definitely be be back read more

Fantastic service, Susan was amazing and I loved her attention to detail. I'm visiting from out of town and this was much needed.

nail salons are a dime a dozen... realistic expectations from clientele is what shapes and informs most people's experience- Castro Nails is everything you could ask for- and this special space is all you could hope for, too! This charming salon has the most talented, kindest & warmest staff in San Francisco! read more

Worst nail salon I've ever been to. They were extremely rude sucking their teeth all I was requesting was exceptional service . Things I shouldn't even ask for. Ladies were rude and kept asking me to pass them things completely unprofessional. Didn't offer me water or tea and offered the customer after me water or tea. Horrible customer services rude people not to mention were very aggressive during service . 10000% do not recommend read more

I have been going here for over 20 years & evidently the many signatures which we petitioned to save it from getting shut down by the Castro theater renovation worked. Everyone here is friendly; helpful and goes beyond the usual in keeping your skin and nails in good shape. Susan is my usual person who assists me but all of the staff are goo read more

All the Staff are knowledgeable and attentive. Susan is the best! Best salon I've ever used in The City, including Nob Hill Spa.

Ladies were amazing. It was a great treat to take my husband out for his first manicure in the USA. Well worth it. And the ladies were marvelous!! read more

Hanna is amazing!! I don't think I've ever had such a nice gel manicure done; she checked in at every step of the process, and was extremely precise and meticulous with every move. Her attention to detail was much appreciated, I'll definitely be back! Average prices (for San Francisco), nice location on Castro, pretty fast service. Glad I visited. read more

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Walked in and Susan squeezed me in and gave me a great gel manicure! 10/10 recommend. read more

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I had a bad case of long fingernails and toenails I can cut my own fingernails but the toenails I have trouble with so I decided to go to the Castro Nail Salon. I was running about 15 minutes late but I kept in contact with the business and they adjusted their schedule to fit my schedule very nice of them. As soon as I arrived I was asked to sit in a chair my feet were put in a wet bath my fingers were too and then one woman started working on my fingernails and well that was going on another woman took care of my toenails I was out of that shop within 30 minutes! My toenails have never looked this good! I definitely recommend this shop! read more

I booked my appointment here on Yelp and had a great, helpful conversation with the owner Riyadh who confirmed my appointment within twenty minutes of sending my request! I was taken immediately and taken care of by Hanna. She was very sweet and did an excellent job! It's my first post-COVID manicure and she was efficient and worth every penny. Still not one chip, and I'm a nurse, constantly washing my hands and changing gloves! Thank you Castro Nails! I'll definitely be back! read more

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I really like this place. The ladies do a wonderful job. They are very friendly. It's worth the trip from the East Bay.

I like this nail salon and like the ladies and go there frequently for my pedicure. I've left other reviews, but I'm leaving this review because I just walked out and I'm a little ticked off. I'm a really good customer. I schedule my appointments. I arrive 10 minutes early for my pedicure appointment and they took too many people before I got there and told me two guests arrived late and they took them so they weren't gonna be able to do my appointment at my scheduled time and then asked me to reschedule later in the day. I can't because I have other things scheduled today. At some point salons have to prioritize their best customers and for people that arrive late they just have to be told they have to reschedule. I hope those people tipped them well. read more

So consistency in service and quality is very important to me. Castro Nail (Susan!) has hit the mark for me for years and years! I lived in the Castro for 14 years and moved to San Mateo 4 years ago. I still make the trip up to the salon for my mani, pedis and waxing every time. Susan is the only person that has been able to get my waxing just right every time! I was in the salon today for a mani and brow wax and once again Susan delivered. she is my go to person always. Truly a master in what she does. Thank you Susan for always making me look fabulous! see you in two weeks! read more

Got the regular Pedi with gel manicure. Wonderful beautiful job. They take their time and a great job! read more

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I love this place. Everyone is super nice and do a great job. They go above and beyond to make sure everything is to my liking. I also like how clean they keep everything. read more

I came here for my birthday, walkin-in with no waiting on a Sunday, and while not overly friendly or chatty (which I don't mind when they stock the current US weekly) they did a pretty decent job. Granted, in North Beach I grew accustomed to a nail place where everyone knew me and chatted me up and where they did an amazing long-lasting job for around $20. In the Castro, the prices go up to about $30. Also, a mani just will not last as long (these are the places where they paint the top of the nail and not the side edges, maybe it's a style choice but I like the WHOLE thing painted). I added a star for Mimosas on Sundays and for how they shut the door when I said it was chilly, and turned my nail dryers to the warm setting, I like people who are receptive. Good OPI colors, cute atmosphere (right next to the castro theater), and decent prices (I paid $37 for a mani/pedi and a paraffin hand dip). Minus one star for forgetting to tell my manicurist that I asked for paraffin so I got the dip AFTER my nails were done, causing the polish to bubble. Doing better than All About You (one of my castro favs) for longer lasting polish though! Also, to speak to some of the "unsanitary" claims, They had an autoclave machine sitting right there on the counter and they were using it with each instrument I saw, so I'm not too worried about the hygiene there. read more

Castro Nail Salon is open. Got my eyebrows done by Susan and Pedicure by Nicole today. Temperature checks, plenty of hand sanitizer, and safety screens. read more

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Best place in the Castro to get your nails done (I've tried the competition and can vouch for that haha). It's a small place with just a few pedicure stations and nail stations but it's a high quality experience from beginning to end. They have a good selection of nail colors and will offer you a drink - tea, water, wine. The owner and employees are all so friendly and accommodating and have an eye for detail for the shaping and painting. Reasonable prices as well, and you can purchase gift cards too. Highly recommend! read more

Such a lovely little spot in the Castro. All the ladies are so happy to be there, and have a lot of fun with their customers. Very personable and will always remember you! Did a very nice job with my toes. They even painted little Halloween faces on my uncles toes, adorable. Will come back next time I'm in the area! read more

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Love these ladies! Always friendly, great service, and they cut my nails SHORT how I like. I usually see Phong, Nicole, or Susan but all the women here are great. The owner is a nice guy too. My one gripe is I wish a Mani Pedi without nail polish was less expensive since it's less work but happy to support this business. They also do waxing services as well! read more

I work nearby, so it is convenient to get a lunch time mani. It's a small salon, so it's best to stop by during off peak hours/days. There's a wall of OPI polishes, they carry Essie and a few other brands as well. I wish the OPI section was better organized by shades so I could find the nude shades I like. The owner & staff are super sweet and considerate. read more

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The service here is amazing. Everyone is so friendly and pleasant and professional. They really spend a lot of time on you with perfect results. They know their craft well and you get high quality results. The arm massage felt great. read more

Okkkkkkk...Always had a good experience here until three weeks ago! Never been rushed out of a pedi chair so fast my eyebrows fell off! At 1120am the nail technician said we are available to see you...Now when 1127am hit two people came in for appointments and I have never ever seen someone finish up so fast!!!! 35.00 dollars later???? 8 minute pedi????Not acceptable....... Worst pedi ever.... Buyers Beware!! Obviously their tip was better than mine...She had her eyes on the prize...Never again!!! read more

Always good; ladies are so friendly; most of the time, I just show up without an appointment, and they try to accommodate me. Appointments encourage..... location is convenient ..... I will always support this business... read more

Long did such a good job! She was so meticulous and fixed a broken nail! I love the shape, color, and nail art--I love this place read more

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I have been going to Castro Nail Salon every three weeks or so, for almost 8 years now. I rely on reviews, and experiences of others, but have not written one for this business yet, so, here goes: In my experience, the staff has been nothing but absolutely professional in talking to customers, making appointments and providing service. I have never been asked for a tip (of course I do because it is customary and also too appreciate their work). The staff is also in a happy mood and with upbeat music playing in the background. I settled on this Salon after going to several others in the Castro area and continue to go here every 3 weeks although I moved out of San Francisco and live in the peninsula (4 years now!). A shoutout to Susan for being an absolute delight and such a pleasant person to work with! I highly recommend checking this place out! read more

The owner (or manager) messaged me and offered me free gel nail, different lady to does my nails and she has better skills,the nail stay longer this time. He are really nice and polite,I like their service. read more

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I had a great first experience here today. I wanted a manicure because I have a job interview tomorrow night. I know, gay, right? No, wait, GQ says its okay. So it must be. But anyway... Went for the mani/pedi because it was only $25, and while I don't have a particular foot fetish going on, and no desire for colored nails, I also don't want to be one of those guys with the heinous looking feet... so thought some preventative maintenance couldn't be a bad idea. They were respectful, very nice. No pain. No rush. It was just what the doctor ordered (It was a stressful morning). I "missed" the $25 special by almost an hour, but when I expressed disappointment they honored that price anyway, which was very cool of them. I'll be back, and maybe bring friends next time :-) read more

Cute nail salon in the Castro, surrounded by tons of restaurants, cafes, and shops. A mani pedi was $40, which is reasonable for SF. The ladies were attentive, efficient, and super sweet! The salon had a solid selection of colors (both regular and gel). Hanna did my pedicure, and she took her time with the massage and made sure that my toes were completely dry before leaving (and even helped me wrap them because I was in a rush). The lady who helped with my manicure was also really attentive to detail and sweet. I'll be back if I'm in the neighborhood for sure! read more

Great little place! The ladies are really friendly and the midday special is a pretty good deal, $40 for a mani and pedi from 10am-2pm. I would happily stop by again, especially since it's in my neighborhood. read more

They are pinchy pully and talk A LOT- not exactly a quiet 'spa like' experience. When they nip people (including me) they have these dopey excuses why it is the customers fault ?? and it has happened every time I have visited (they nip ppl with the cuticle nippers) My gels literally peeled day 1 and 3. So never again - too bad bc it is right by my hair place. read more

My friend and I came here at 2.10 pm on Monday, originally We are going to try their Mid day special but I realize that we already past the time which is 2 pm, but the owner was really accommodating, He gave the mid day special anyway event though is past 2 pm. All the lady that work there are really nice, good Job ladies :). Definitely will come back again. read more

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Self-care is so important!! I love getting my feet done here early in the morning when they open before the Castro gets going. The vibe is super chill, all the nail tech ladies are friendly and very competent. Easy to book ahead with the friendly gentleman who does reception. I highly recommend Castro Nail for mani/pedi and nostril and ear hair waxing. read more

I've tried this place a few times. Granted I usually just go for a basic pedicure and I'm not getting fancy things on my nails. But for a basic pedicure this place is great. They have given me appointments on short notice and have always been super friendly. The prices are definitely reasonable based on their location. It usually runs me about $27 for a basic pedicure plus tip. They do a really good job on my nails. I usually do an awful job so they've fixed my toe nail massacres and now my nails look great. I've decided to get regular pedicures now to keep the look going and as long as I'm in this neighborhood, I'll keep going to this salon! read more

Took mom for a little treat and she came out saying it was the best nail salin she has been to in the city...shes definitely coming back and so I am! Two new happy clients! read more