Dolly Nails &amp; Spa

I first came in because I wanted to get a full set and do something special for my 40th. I've now…read morebeen going to Calvin for over 2 years. Absolutely love the work he does. He is so patient and is amazing at hand painting designs. I never seem to have a problem getting at appointment and the atmosphere is usually very relaxing. I have seen a few others that I wasn't impressed with but Calvin is the very best and I've never had a bad experience with him!

I originally called because I wanted to get both my nails and a pedicure done for my friend's…read morewedding. Unfortunately, the experience was so uncomfortable that I left before even getting my nails done. I came in wanting a simple pedicure with a light purple polish. I originally asked for the mid-tier pedicure, but I felt repeatedly pressured to upgrade to the most expensive option until I finally gave in. I also gave the technician the exact number of the polish color I wanted. She came back twice with different colors and kept telling me, "this one better," instead of bringing me the color I had chosen. I had to repeatedly insist that I just wanted the original color. The worst part was the actual pedicure. My feet did not feel particularly clean afterward, there was polish left on my skin, and the technician removed enough skin from my toe that I was bleeding and left with a visible raw area/gash. When I questioned her about what happened, she told me, "It's not that bad. It will be okay." I found that incredibly dismissive considering I was bleeding from a service that was supposed to be relaxing and leave my feet looking better. At that point, I no longer felt comfortable staying to have my nails done and left. So now, instead of leaving with my nails and toes done for my friend's wedding, I'm going to the wedding without my nails done and with a painful, visible injury on my foot. I really wish my choices had simply been respected from the beginning. I didn't want upgrades or different colors. I just wanted the pedicure I asked for and light purple polish. I definitely did not expect to leave bleeding.

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Relaxology Nails Spa

4.7(33 reviews)

8.0 mi

Quiet, clean and relaxing. I drove from Gilroy for my pedicure today and I'm so glad I did. Lany…read moreknows how to give you a good pedicure with the best atmosphere. I'll definitely be returning!

If you haven't been to this salon during the Christmas season, make it a point to venture in!…read moreRelaxology is an absolute wonderland! We've moved away from California and I still haven't found a nail technician as good as Lany! Not only is she skilled, her salon is a peaceful and tranquil haven.

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Christmas decor

Color Gel Nail

3.6(114 reviews)

1.2 mi

I recently started going here to get my pedicure. I've had a great experience with the service. I…read morelove how you can make appointments & all the ladies work well.

So, I hardly leave reviews... But Jack, did an amazing job on my nails! He pays attention to detail…read moreand makes sure the size, length, and eveness of each nail are perfect! I also got a pedi, the best pedi I've ever had. For the price, others charge $20 more for what they charge for a basic pedi. Basic Pedi here comes with a exfoliating scrub, massage, and hot stone massage.. What! Great customer service and great overall service! My new go to!

Nails done by Jack

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Creative Nails

4.0(86 reviews)

8.3 mi

Appointment was supposed to be at 11:00 for a manicure. Did not start until 12:00 and had to end up…read morejust doing a color change instead of a manicure since I ran out of time. Nail technician started on another person and said the other tech would start on you after he was finished with my daughter's nails. Completely unprofessional. If you are not able to respect the appointment time, simply do not book. I understand waiting 10-15 minutes but an he over appt/ is incredibly disrespectful of someone's time

I walked in with and was able to get a full set and pedicure. I did wait which I expected since I…read morehad no appointment. Kelly was very sweet and recommended dip instead of my usual acrylic and I'm loving it. It's been very hard to find a good nail salon in my area. I'm in the industry as well and I'm not that hard to please, but something I really don't like is being traded off between different people at salons or having men do my nails. That's just my preference. These two women were very attentive and I love my nails. My pedicure was great too, best massage in a long time. Definitely recc

Dip nails

Clumpy application of polish

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St. Patrick's day nails!

Kelly Nails Spa

2.6(10 reviews)

0.1 mi

I honestly didn't like it the girl that was doing my nails cut me twice and the overall result was…read morehorrendous!!! You be the judge

Customer service is horrible and they are very expensive for poor quality work and service. Do not…read morerecommend

She hurt my pinky and didn't even apologize, worst nails horrendous!!!

Squared, color: 550, snowflakes

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Loving my white coffin shaped nails

Anna's Nail Spa

4.5(59 reviews)

3.2 mi

Anna does great work makes your feet feel great she is very professional price wise she is well…read moreworth it

Anna did a great pedicure job. My feet definitely needed work and I see a nail technician every 45…read moredays. However $70 for a man's pedicure is extreme for me, what are your thoughts?

Anna's card

Nails done by Anna.

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I loved my toes and my feet are now happy

Nails Art

2.9(54 reviews)

7.7 mi

Feel so beautiful after you left there. Everyone work in there nice and they're so friendlyread more

Is there a -star rating? This was my first time using this salon. I normally wouldn't leave a bad…read morereview, but I would hate for someone to go and leave the same way I did, especially, if they were children. I left this nail salon feeling like my toes were butchered. Nail techs need to be properly trained when using very sharp cuticle trimmers. I have never been cut like this before elsewhere and will never return. I am unsure who serviced me but it was not Henry, Anna, nor the older woman. Good luck!

Sanitary , nice , and warm

Fancy

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Gel toes

Nails Unlimited

2.4(129 reviews)

1.2 mi

Will not return. Worst Mani & Pedi I've ever paid for. Nail Tech didn't fully clean up the cuticle,…read moreuneven nail filing, and was the worst nail polish application. Uneven layers, clumpy & on my skin. I had to get home and remove the polish and apply my own polish before my trip. Defeats the purpose of paying someone to do it professionally. Even reached out to the owner about my experience, no response. Better luck elsewhere.

The best nails ever!! David and Kelly are amazing artist ! They are so talented and do my nails…read morefantastic!

For $60 is crazy

I love this color! They never disappoint.

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The INSPIRATION photo

Elegant 7 Nails Spa

4.6(72 reviews)

3.2 mi

I have been coming to this salon for the past year and the staff is welcoming, easy going and very…read moretalented. My go to person is Anna. She does the best designs and is so meticulously and detailed oriented when it comes to the designs. The shape of my nails always come out right. I've gone to other salons in the past and the shape isn't right and the nail looks thick, but not here. My nails last longer and still look good after 6 weeks. I occasionally get a pedicure from them as well and they have a variety of pedicure options. The organic and lemon pedicures are great. This is salon is a 10 out of 10.

I've been here a few times, but unfortunately I've walked out disappointed more often than not. I…read morehave short natural nails, and I understand that they're not going to look like a full set, but I still expect the polish and shaping to be clean and even. I asked for a rounded shape, and I honestly felt like my request frustrated my nail tech. The finished result had polish left on the sides and around the tops of my nails, and the polish was not applied smoothly. Several of the edges looked uneven as well. I'm really disappointed because I've continued coming back and genuinely wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, the quality hasn't been consistent, and this time I left feeling more disappointed than happy with my nails.

Almond acrylic nails in red cat eye

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Top Nails

3.8(105 reviews)

4.7 mi

Just added two new pictures of my last two sets from the only technician that does my nails! Miss…read moreVicky, I thank you so much. You always take such good care of me and the vibes are always relaxing. Thank you for being you and always making sure I am super happy before I leave.

Horrible Service! Booked & confirmed appointment with owner Vicky through message. Came in 5…read moreminutes early to 2:30 PM appointment waited 30 minutes for assistance. When we checked in they did not tell us there would be a wait, let alone 30 minutes. They didn't assisted until they saw we were getting ready to leave. Left with no service or explanation. This is not the first time this has happened here. If you have scheduled appointments and not enough employees you need to stop taking walk ins. Honestly horrible system at this salon. I recommend Mermaid Nails in Marina. They are appointment only, always kind and on time.

Vicky does such amazing artwork!

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This small salons offers a laid-back vibe combined with the expertise--and enviable range of luxe polishes--you'd expect from the swankiest of salons. Its mission: to bring back the simple pleasure of getting a mani/pedi. The moment you step inside Dolly Nails & Spa, you're welcomed into a well-lit space with a relaxed atmosphere with limestone slab manicure tables and plush pedicure chairs. read more

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