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    Essential Nails

    4.6 (338 reviews)
    InexpensiveNail Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 2 months ago

    Services - Essential 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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    Over a month old
    Alyssa F.

    Best quality and price in San Diego. These ladies are hard working and friendly and do a very good gel mani/pedi. Usually last me without any chips up to 6 weeks seriously. Here are mine now that I got done for my graduation at Essential Nails on May 10, 2024!

    Gel manicure

    I got a gel Manicure done by Lana and it was amazing she did such a great job and is very good at what she does. My nails look absolutely perfect! She is so friendly and attentive to detail. All the ladies that work here are so friendly and welcoming it is such a good environment. Would definitely recommend coming here 10/10.

    Fingernail color
    Jeffrey J.

    Amy was ready for my appointment and took the time to take great care of me. Very attentive and kind!

    On vacation and accidentally stumbled across this nail salon.
    Patricia R.

    Very luxurious treatment I wouldn't mind doing every now and then. I didn't get the gals name who did my nails but she spoke great English and listened to me when I said I was picky and particular. She was amazing! Even got to enjoy some wine and my mother in law got to enjoy some champagne!

    gel manicure
    Natalie C.

    Shoutout almost 2 years later to my favorite nail salon in San Diego! I love you guys. Such good quality gel, a very simple gel experience but amazing company by your nail techs and always an entertaining show on the tv. They do such a good job on your nails and are always willing to help if you ever need a fix. Be sure to call and schedule an appointment in advance :)

    Acrylic set
    Emily W.

    This is now my go to place. I have been here several times, typically for gel manicures. I drive half an hour to PB just to go here. Today I got an acrylic set. I was so happy with the results. Amy took her time and did an amazing job and was super sweet. We were actually late for our appointment and they were still happy to take the two of us. I would definitely recommend this place. The prices are also cheaper than anywhere else I've been. I also would recommend making an appointment instead of walk in.

    Full acrylic set with gold French tip

    This was my first time getting my nails done at Essential Nails. When I initially came in for my appointment to get a pink fill, my manicurist Amy started to work on my nails (done by a different company) and told me that they might fall off due to the poor quality of the nails that the other company had put on. Amy said she didn't want to waste my money and offered me to come back another time and she would put on a fresh acrylic set for me, at the same price as a pink fill. When I came back and got a fresh set with the gold French tip, Amy honored the original price and did a meticulous job, paying detailed attention to each step and stroke. When I asked her to add a 25% tip to the total bill, she looked at me and asked "are you sure?" It was so special and unique to have a manicurist genuinely care about helping you save money while also doing a fantastic job and being so kind along the way. I will be back again. Thank you Amy!!

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    4 months ago

    They're so nice here! Highly recommend. Really kind and always have had a good experience

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    10 months ago

    Amazing service! They really pay attention to the details and make sure you leave a happy customer! Totally recommend this hidden gem in PB.

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    10 months ago

    These ladies are the best! Great pricing and they are super nice. I've been a many times and my nails always look great and last a long time

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    They do not take walk ins so don't try to walk in. Not sure how they have so many reviews

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    I was unexpectedly in the area and called for a last minute appointment. Super happy with what I got! I would come here again.

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    Best nail place hands down! I have been to many nail places and this is by far my favorite.

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    Ask the Community - Essential Nails

    Will you be opening back up?

    Yes

    Will you be opening back up on Friday?

    Yes

    Anybody know how to get ahold of them during Quarantine crisis? Would love to pay them through Venmo or mail a check or something for manicures I would have gotten!

    Hi Kelly, Thank you for thinking of us! My email is below, I look forward to speaking with you, sincerely Jessica. Jess.duong12@gmail.com

    How much for a gel manicure + regular pedicure?

    Hi! Gel manicure is $29.00 and regular pedicure is $18

    Is the price still $28 for a regular mani and pedi?

    Yes

    How much for a regular mani/pedi? Thanks!

    How much for acrylics?

    Hi! &28.00 for a full set with regular nails polish

    What is the price of a gel manicure at Essential Nail?

    It’s $29:00.

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    Review Highlights - Essential Nails

    This is a no-frills nail salon, but Jessica, Tammy, Amy, and Hong will always do you right!

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    4.2(65 reviews)
    0.1 miPacific Beach
    Certified professionals
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    Highly Recommend Sky Nails!…read more I've been coming to Sky Nails for about six months now, and they truly do an amazing job every single time. The entire team pays close attention to detail and never rushes their work--you can really tell they care about their clients and their craft. I get my manicures from Thao and Shelly, and my pedicures from Chi, and I couldn't be happier. Shelly is incredibly artistic and talented. If you're looking for small flowers or detailed nail designs, she is your person! She's also super sweet, friendly, and always makes the experience enjoyable. Chi gives the best pedicures. She has strong hands and gives a deep, relaxing leg and foot massage. I always choose the signature pedicure because it includes a 10-minute massage and paraffin wax for your feet--so worth it! Sky Nails has been open for about a year now, and they are always busy, which says a lot about their quality and service. I definitely recommend making an appointment ahead of time. They have nice massage chairs when you get a pedicure and have 12 of them on both sides with another 10 manicure stations. If you're looking for a clean, friendly, and professional nail salon with talented technicians, this is the place to go. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

    I've tried so many nail spas in PB and sky nails is my favorite by far! I've only ever had amazing…read moreexperiences here. First off, it's beautifully decorated-- very spacious, bright, and luxurious. They offer you a beverage of your choice which is a really nice touch. It is also super convenient that you can book appointments via their website, I've never had to wait when I booked in advance and they usually have many slots open for same-day appointments. Most importantly the quality of work here is excellent!! I have gotten multiple Gel X sets with designs + pedicures, and they always exceed my expectations and I'm in love with my nails afterwards. All of the staff I've met are super friendly and really take their time + pay attention to detail which I appreciate. (Special shoutout to Shelly and Mimi - they are the sweetest nail techs ever and they made me feel right at home!!) I've always had such a great experience here and can't wait to come back and see them next time I need a new set. Trust me when I say Sky nails is the best in PB and you should absolutely go. I would give it 6 stars if I could! you can thank me later! :)

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    Four Seasons Nails & Spa - Our New Spa Chairs, the Latest Model of 2022 #WalkIn

    Four Seasons Nails & Spa

    4.4(209 reviews)
    0.6 miPacific Beach
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    Eco-friendly
    Locally owned & operated

    Update 2026: Still going strong, still my favorite. Thanks Tina for caring about your customers so…read moremuch and putting your all into customer experience and satisfaction. It shows! This salon is my fave! Tina and her team are always so very kind and go above every time to make sure I'm happy with my nails . It's relaxing, and their color selection is unbelievable. Literally I'd estimate 1000 colors () each in both gel and normal; it's the whole wall. I'm a repeat customer; it's my treat to myself. Look good feel good! I might not have brushed my hair that day (yet), life might feel overwhelming, but my nails look GREAT and that makes me feel good . I'm so pleased to have found them.

    I absolutely love this place. Everyone here was so sweet and took really good care of me, I will…read moredefinitely be coming back. My nails look great. One of the nail techs helped me pick out the perfect color and I absolutely love the work that was done. The signature pedi was so nice, the massage was everything. My techs pressure was perfect and she kept checking in with me. The vibe of the place was so calming and it was overall a great experience. The only reason I am giving them 4 stars is because I received two cuts on my big toe from the callus remover device, I know it's not intentional. Also, I signed up for regular polish and got gel. I very rarely get my nails done so I wouldn't have know the difference and probably would have gotten gel anyways after I thought about it because of its durability but I just wish they asked because I didn't originally budget for it and it was a surprise at the end.

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    Four Seasons Nails & Spa - Our Color Center with more than 1000 Colors to choose from.

    Our Color Center with more than 1000 Colors to choose from.

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