Instant Mobile Nails

Tammy has been my nail tech for almost 4 years now and she constantly does a meticulous job! She…read morehas an excellent eye for shape, also making sure the acrylic doesn't get too close to my cuticles (preventing that "lip" forming when it goes out). She's also super sweet and patient. For someone who has struggled with being a life-long nail biter, it's really important to me to make sure everything feels smooth so I am less likely to pick at my nails or try to "fix" them myself. It is so important for my self esteem that hands look nice. That being said, she never has scolded me or lectured me about my nails when I come in for a fill or fix. She simply leaves me feeling refreshed because my hands look good! She's very fast also (fill in less than 45 mins)! Keep in mind, she books up quickly. ***I've NEVER had any infections from going to this salon, so I'm not sure what other reviews are talking about. In fact, she's very knowledgeable. She has refused to do things requested that she felt would jeopardize the health of my nails, offering alternative healthy solutions.

Rever nail lounge is one of the most well kept and gorgeous salons i've been to in SD! I really…read moreappreciated how comfy the space was - they clearly decorated and furnished with intention. I had an appointment made where they asked my colors + design before hand which was nice. My gal was able to remove my previous gel, prep, and design within an hour. Really nicely shaped and quick! I'll definitely be returning.

Dried blood I think around my nail beds too. Was pretty painful

Transparent and uneven color

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Mel’s Nailz

5.0(1 review)

3.6 km

GREAT JOB ON MY GF NAILS! Did a wonderful job. Seen it on IG. Had my gf go see her. Super friendly…read more Reasonable price and the job looked phenomenal. GF will be hitting her up again

Committed to satisfaction

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Nail set short: $35

Nail Boss

4.4(431 reviews)

4.2 km

•$

Certified professionals

i always have the best experience at nail boss! everyone is so friendly and my nails always turn…read moreout amazing!

Candace is truly the best nail tech I've ever been to! From the moment you sit in her chair, she…read moremakes you feel so welcomed and comfortable. She pays incredible attention to detail, takes her time to make sure everything is perfect, and my nails always come out even better than I imagined. Not only is she amazingly talented, but she's also professional, kind, and genuinely cares about her clients. My sets last for weeks, and I constantly get compliments on them. Her workspace is always clean, and the entire experience feels relaxing and fun.

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Kensington Nails And Spa

4.7(662 reviews)

3.2 km•Kensington

Best nail salon experience I have ever had. They are kind, efficient, friendly and awesome at what…read morethey do. Very polished! :)

The most fun women. Beautiful new surroundings! Love their services…read more Highly recommend!

Gorgeous acrylic mani! Love this color

Red dip manicure

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Nails by Leo

Nails by Bella

5.0(6 reviews)

3.3 km•Grantville

Bella does amazing work and always has exceptional service. She is careful and always asks if you…read morelike the design before she continues. It helps she's also very kind and has great conversations.

Bella NEVER disappoints! Every time I walk out I feel like an absolute goddess with my nails. She…read morereally takes the time to understand your vision and she pays attention to the little things I feel like a lot of people easily miss like cuticle work and shaping. Every time I go in with an inspiration photo my nails come out looking even BETTER then the photo. The vibes are always immaculate, the space is always clean, and her tools are always sanitary. When my calander reminds me of my appointment with her I get so excited! Friendliest and kindest soul in the world. Bella makes my heart and soul so happy, can't live without her

Watermelon Sugar

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Stiletto Sleyyy

The 10 Tiny Canvases

5.0(51 reviews)

24.9 km

Ten Tiny Canvases by Sara was phenomenal ....probably the best pedicure I've had in a very long…read moretime. One reason I stopped getting pedicures regularly was because I hadn't found a reputable salon or nail technician I fully trusted until now. I really appreciate that everything she uses is single-use and sanitary. She even gave me the nail file afterward because she uses a brand-new one for every client, which made me feel very confident about cleanliness and hygiene. Her studio is also impeccably clean and designed with so much attention to detail and little Delights like cute water bottles and chocolates...and she is incredibly personable and sweet. I'm already looking forward to seeing her again.

Sara is one of the only people nearby who does CND Shellac manicures which I love because gel is so…read moreharsh on my nails. As soon as I found out about her, I knew I needed to get in for a manicure! She did an amazing job, very careful and meticulous about everything, and explained all her products and how they were healthy and less toxic. Exactly what I was hoping for! PLUS, she managed to squeeze me in before a trip so my nails would be perfect The space was beautiful and peaceful, and Sara was the sweetest. Can't wait to go back!

My manicura

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Out-of-this-world nail art !

Adams Avenue Nail Bar

4.5(444 reviews)

4.2 km•Normal Heights

Locally owned & operated

Walk-ins welcome

Everything went well. So happy that the location has expanded. Haven't been to this location in 10…read moreyears. Still has the great customer service as I remember. Gentle and kinds. Thank you ladies

I really hate to write bad reviews, but I've gone here twice now and neither were good experiences…read more One...it is not cheap here. I understand it's probably due to the location, so I typically drive down to Chula Vista to get my nails done because the prices are much more reasonable and I leave MUCH happier. Two...the quality of service is low. I don't really need a super friendly/talkative nail tech, but the woman who did my gel mani on 6/19 felt like she was just going through the motions. Flashback to the first time I went there, I asked the nail tech for a certain design (picture attached...like a double-lined French tip) and she said she couldn't do it. I was disappointed after seeing all the other designs pictured on yelp, but whatever...that's fine, I went with a regular French tip. But then she went on to talk about how she loooooves doing nails and has been doing them for over 20 years. But she couldn't add a line to my mani???? Idk I was still trying to give her the benefit of doubt and maybe it's not as simple as it looks. Fast forward to this most recent visit on 6/19....$100 plus tip for a gel mani and pedi. *eye roll* but again...fine, I didn't want to drive down to Chula Vista, and I was only getting a solid color so I shouldn't have any problems. Less than 2 weeks later, and my gel is chipped. Sure I could've bumped a finger and got one chip somewhere somehow, but 3 nails had chipped by 6/29. I work from home, so I don't really do anything that would cause chips to happen so soon. If I'm paying over $100, i expect my nails to last AT LEAST 2 weeks...I feel like that's fair. In the pictures, some of my nails look much worse because I peeled them...but because I washed my hair and noticed the gel was lifting around the edges. Girlies...yall know the feeling when your hair gets caught in your nails Also, none of the gel on my toes have chipped...so kudos to the nail tech that did my pedi! Been debating going back to get them fixed, but honestly don't care to return to walk out unhappy again. Not a one star because the woman at the front desk is really sweet, and my pedi wasn't a complete bust.

Hard gel nails

New massage chairs

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Hard gel nails

Hannah SD Nails

4.9(78 reviews)

5.6 km•North Park

I absolutely loved my experience here. I needed a last minute appointment and she got me in. She…read moremade the experience feel luxurious and even let me wear a crown. She had amazing energy and we had great conversation. If you need to decompress and looking for a reasonable price luxury experience come here!

I've tried several nail techs in San Diego, and Hannah is by far the best…read more She has her own private studio, so every appointment feels relaxed and personal. She gives you her full attention, is incredibly sweet, always greets you with a hug, and gets just as excited about your nail ideas as you do. Somehow, she always manages to make them even better than I imagined. The quality of her work is unmatched. She uses great products and genuinely cares about every set she creates. Most importantly, her nails LAST. I recently went away for five weeks, and my set looked amazing the entire time. For the first time ever, I wasn't getting my nails redone because they chipped or lifted--I was getting them redone because I'd completely grown them out. I was still getting compliments on them at the five-week mark, and people couldn't believe how long I'd had them. If you're looking for beautiful, long-lasting nails and an amazing experience, Hannah is your girl.

Hannah SD Nails ft in Shoe Palace Panel for Maya Luv

Hard Gel Galaxy Nail Manicure

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Gel overlay

Belle Nails San Diego

5.0(14 reviews)

6.6 km•Mission Valley

This was my first time getting a dry pedicure and I was pleasantly surprised. My feet have never…read morebeen so smooth! Anhelina meticulously cleaned and cut my cuticles and ensured the polish was perfectly applied. Her space is nice and minimally decorated. Before my appointment she texted me directions and instructions which I appreciated. Her studio is located in a business plaza with ample parking. I will definitely be returning as I now found my go to spot for pedicures!

Angelina is awesome! She did a superb job on my nails. One of the best Russian manicures I've…read morehad in San Diego. Great space- clean, bright & well appointed. Will definitely go back.

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Twinkle Nails & Spa

4.7(241 reviews)

4.8 km

This review is long overdue!…read more I've been going to Twinkle Nails for over a year now, and I honestly can't imagine going anywhere else. I always book with Thi, and she is absolutely fantastic. No matter what design, color combination, or random inspiration photo I bring her, she executes it flawlessly every single time. I've attached a few photos of some of the sets she's done for me over the past year because her work really speaks for itself. One thing that always impresses me is how healthy my natural nails have stayed. These are my real nails, and I only get gel manicures, so I can't personally speak to acrylics or some of the other nail services they offer. What I can say is that my nails consistently look amazing, last well, and receive compliments all the time. I've also had pedicures here and they've always done a great job. I don't have one specific technician I regularly see for those, but I've never had a bad experience

I've been to Twinkle Nails twice now and have had a pretty decent experience. I enjoy the ease of…read morebooking online which a lot of nail salons don't have. The staff is pretty friendly and they work quickly. My first time, the nail artist didn't ask what shape/length I wanted, she just cut them short and square. I kept this in mind for next time and made sure to state what I wanted up front. They do a good job here and I would recommend!

First nail chip the day after my manicure- next to the 3 cuts on my cuticles

Gel X set

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Pedicure from Twinkle nail & spa

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Robin S.

1 year ago

I cannot speak highly enough of Judith Valle and the incredible care she provides for my elderly mother. Finding someone who is both highly skilled and genuinely compassionate can be a challenge, but Judith is the complete package. She approaches her work with such gentleness and patience--it's clear from the moment she walks in that she truly cares. My mother, who is often nervous about new people and easily fatigued, felt instantly at ease in her presence. Judith took her time without wasting time--she's always punctual, efficient, and incredibly thorough with every step of the manicure and pedicure process. What impressed me most was her attention to detail--not just in the quality of her work, which is immaculate--but in how carefully she listens and adjusts to my mother's needs and comfort level. She treated her not just as a client, but as a person, with warmth and dignity. We are so grateful to have found her. If you're looking for someone who is not only talented, but kind, reliable, and truly exceptional with elderly care, Judith is the one to call. read more

Lina C.

8 months ago

Honestly, I was hesitant to try out a mobile nail service provider because I had never tried one before but I gave it a shot and I'm so happy that I did. I'm a trial attorney so my time is limited & sometimes I can't get to a nail salon for months so it was a double win that Judith not only travels to my office to do my nails but the fact that she's so good at it and they always come out gorgeous! She's detail oriented and meticulous with her work and sanitary. I vouch for her hands down. Now I get my nails done every 3weeks and can't imagine stepping into a nail salon ever again. read more

Jmarie B.

4 years ago

From start to finish, my home service treatment was an amazing experience. I highly recommend this incredible opportunity to avoid the hassle of leaving your home/office. I absolutely appreciated the expertise and professionalism of Judith! She has a wide variety of color options and equipment to give you the same quality mani/pedi that you get from a nail salon. So glad I took advantage of this option. Extremely satisfied and truly grateful! Joni Berdan read more

Lucy L.

6 years ago

I highly recommend Judith. She has been coming to my home for many months now. She is always punctual and she brings everything she needs with her (except for the hot water!). Judith gives the BEST mani and pedis ever! And her prices are excellent, too. She is a lovely young lady and it is always a pleasure to see her. read more

anyla s.

3 years ago

Absolutely thrilled with Judith's nail artistry! She's not only incredibly talented but also super friendly. The attention to detail in her work is impressive. My overall experience with Instant Mobil Nails has been fantastic, thanks to Judith's skills and welcoming personality! read more

Robin I.

4 years ago

Amazing is how I describe Judith's nail services. I have been using Judith for two years and really appreciate the profession, expert service she provides. You'll be happy you gave her a call! read more

Cameron E.

5 years ago

Great service great girl, highly recommend! Went above and beyond to accommodate us last minute

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