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Kay's Nails

4.1 (70 reviews)
InexpensiveNail Salons
Open 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

Services - Kay's 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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Acrylic fill with amazing art detail

I've been coming to see Kay for 10 years now for acrylic fill and I always get so many compliments. I can be in and out under40 mins and sometimes even get little designs for special occasions. I just went to a wedding in Mexico and wanted to get a design inspired by a tequila bottle (Clase Azul) It was a hit. If you're looking for a forever nail salon then Kay's is your spot!!

Lucie B.

Judy and Kay are the best in Point Loma. During Covid they were extra safe and followed all protocols. I've always felt safe coming here. They are true professionals and do a mean French manicure. I love coming in because Judy does such a great job and is quick. There is ample parking and plenty of social distance seating inside. Masks are worn and if you forgot yours, they have you covered.

Jeanette D.

Just moved to the neighborhood and was looking for a new nail salon. Lots of options nearby, tried another place and wasn't impressed. Tried Kay's because it was literally the closest place and I'm so glad I did. It's not a fancy place but the staff is nice and more importantly does a great job at very reasonable price. I've already been back. Tip: they only take cash - probably why they're able to keep prices reasonable.

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Grace Y.

I was treated by Kay herself! What a nice women and super accommodating to the abnormal design I requested. We had a pleasant conversation and gave me suggestions for hard gel to have healthier nails in the future!

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This is my favorite place to get my toes and nails done... Wouldn't go anywhere else. Run by two sisters... Always clean ....always friendly ...always professional!

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Odette D.

Two other clients came in today and Kay and her wonderful staff worked their magic. These women are truly amazing and champagne to top the nail season

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Allie K.

One of the worst salons I've been to! I was barely greeted, sat down with a nail tech in a filthy chair for a gel manicure. They have very few colors and the only way to know what color it is, is from the top of the bottle?! There was no massage, no lotion used and I had to ask her to clean under my nails before painting them! ..fine. $25 is cheap, I didn't expect much. But I DEFINITELY expected them to last at least 24 hours! I got home and there are huge air bubbles under each nail and they already started peeling. See the pictures... I'm getting my money back tomorrow morning and going somewhere else. Oh and make sure to bring cash, they don't take cards?!?!

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The 2 ladies who own it are very friendly. They also have comfortable chairs and great environment to be in.

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3 years ago

My go to place in San Diego. Judy is fantastic. Quick and reliable service every time.

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I called ahead and was able to get a beautiful pedicure by Judy. Super relaxing. Thank you!

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Friendly service and comfy spa chairs for a quality pampering mani & pedi. My local go-to nail salon.

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They give excellent mani, pedis and fills. I can usually make same day appointments. Kay works quickly and efficiently.

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so affordable. super clean. best massages. love coming here:) The staff is by far the friendliest in town:)

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Kay and Judy are the best, been going here for a decade and they are always clean, nice, and give a great mani/pedi.

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Oleisure Nails and Spa - Horrible dip manicure

Oleisure Nails and Spa

4.6(592 reviews)
1.2 miMidway
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I've been going to O'leisure since I was 18, and now at 26, they've never disappointed me. My usual…read moresalon is the National City location, but I was in the Midway area today and decided to give that location a try for the first time and I'm so glad I did! All I can say is I'm beyond impressed and completely satisfied. The team always knows how to take care of me and really listens to exactly what I want when it comes to my nails and shaping and they nail it every single time! Highly recommend coming here. Midway might just be my new go to spot!

If you want gel x- MAKE SURE THE TECH KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE DOING BEFORE THEY START!…read more I came in for gel x and the woman (didn't get her name) had no idea what she was doing. She got glue/builder gel all over my skin which can contact dermatitis. I told her to remove it and just do acrylic since I've gotten reactions before and she fought me on it and told me it'll be okay once it's done. I almost walked out of the salon.. Thuan then came to my rescue and took it all off and did a great job with my acrylics. Unfortunately the 30 minutes of it being on my skin was 30 minutes too long because my skin is literally peeling off. I paid over $120 for my fingers and toes plus tip which is STEEP considering why my hands look like 2 weeks later. I also tipped the woman who did the gel x because I felt bad for wasting her time on me..

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KUKO - I love em so much

KUKO

5.0(11 reviews)
1.1 miMidway

Shannen is truly amazing! My nails look better than they have in 20 years! She is incredibly…read moreartistic, professional, and so skilled at what she does. You can tell she takes real pride in her work, and the results speak for themselves. If you're looking for someone who can turn your nails into a work of art, Shannen is it! I'm so thrilled to have found a nail tech that I love :)

First, with the help of my phone's navigation power, I was able to easily find her place of…read morebusiness especially because the building had a big ol name on it that says 3405 KENYON on it. That's right, I'm talking to you person that rated Kuko a one star coz you said you somehow can't find the building and NOT because of the service itself. how do you miss the big ol signs on it? Now for the actual nail review. Shannen is the first nail artist I've ever been to and this is the second time she has done my nails. She was super kind with telling me the difference between all her services (she offers many different types that I got overwhelmed coz again, I'm new to this). She is also a perfectionist with her nail art which I appreciate. She makes sure that the details are on point and if they aren't, she isn't gonna half ass it and shrug it off. She will fix it even if it means she has to do it again. I really really recommend her. She is very talented. The service is also super great. She's personable plus her place is so cute :D the vibes is vibing

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Kai Nails & Spa - Ask for Thomas! The best and re creating your vision!

Kai Nails & Spa

4.1(119 reviews)
1.6 miLoma Portal
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February '26 I requested French tip with an off white/pinkish gel color that I provided (photo…read moreattached). When I told the service provider what I wanted, she said "no it doesn't look good; do white" to which I told her I like the tip color. March '26, I requested THE SAME THING from THE SAME WOMAN and she refused. She had another worker tell me. "She doesn't want to use your color because it's too sheer and she would have to do two coats". I wanted what I wanted CAUSE IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY, but I didn't go back and forth and just told her no French tip. My acrylic was laid very THICK and I didn't bother like my nails overall. (Attached photo) After my service, I paid and tipped my pedicure service provider because she actually did what I wanted and did not tip the manicure provider because she REFUSED to do what I asked. She then yelled towards me as I walked out. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. I wouldn't go if you plan to get your nails how you would like!

We came to Kai nails because my daughter and I wanted 30 minutes at another nail salon without…read morebeing greeted. So we took a chance on a new place and we could not have been more happy with the service and the quality of the nails we both received. Each of us got pedicures and I got a gel manicure. As someone who had been going to my old nail salon for three years I was super nervous. But both people working with me and my Daugther made us feel welcomed and provided excellent service. See you in TWO weeks!

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Perfect gel nails by thomas!

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