I started coming here when Hailey set up nails outside during COVID and have been a loyal customer…read moreever since. Hailey runs an awesome business--she regularly updates her polish selection and bought new pedicure chairs two years ago. My nails (UV gel instead of acrylic) are usually done in about 30 minutes. Her staff is friendly and professional. Pedicures are relaxing. My gel fill + gel polish + chrome (oh you Need to Try chrome!) is $65.

Hailey is amazing. She remembered exactly what I like after just a couple appointments and nails it…read moreevery time (pun intended). I've gotten gel manicures, builder gel, pedicures.. everything always turns out beautiful. Best nail salon I've tried on the peninsula by far

Needed an early Sunday morning nail spot as a meeting point for my friends. We come from Oakland,…read moreSan Jose, and Castro Valley. We all agreed to meet in San Mateo. This was a get together to get our nails done for some TLC and to strategically get our friend to get her nails done before her engagement !!! The quality of the nails in photos looked great and the inside looked comfy and fitting enough for us to catch up and yap. Kudos to the team bc originally my friend was not gonna get her nails done and only wanted a pedi !!! We finally convince her but then she didn't want gel !! I spoke with my nail tech in secret and had them convince her to get gel. It was a success and without them it would've been mission fail. Our nails looked super cute, great quality, price, & service. Would recommend again. And now our friend is a fianceee with a beautiful rock and with stunning photos !!

Moving back to the Bay Area from Utah meant I had to leave behind my nail girl of 4 years so…read morefinding someone new for my Gel X era honestly gave me anxiety lol. I found Linda on Yelp, loved her work, called the salon, and she just happened to be available that same day -- which already felt like fate. And of COURSE... before driving there, I tried swatting a fly on my porch (don't ask ) and somehow broke my thumbnail literally in half. By the time I arrived, I was anxious, embarrassed, and fully preparing myself for pain and disappointment. But Linda immediately made me feel comfortable. If you're someone who gets nervous walking into a new establishment -- whether it's a salon, restaurant, or even a medical office -- you know how important energy and kindness are. Linda greeted me so warmly, reassured me instantly, and handled my broken nail SO carefully that I barely felt discomfort. I genuinely thought my nail was doomed, but she saved it beautifully. The whole appointment honestly felt like hanging out with a friend while getting your nails done. We spent the visit talking, laughing, and getting to know each other. She shared stories about her salon and her team, and you can genuinely tell these are hardworking, humble people who truly care about what they do. That part especially stuck with me. I've always been a neutral nail girlie, but Linda started showing me different styles and ideas that actually got me excited to branch out and try new things again. That's the kind of nail tech you want -- someone who not only does beautiful work, but inspires confidence and makes the experience feel fun and safe. Finding a new nail tech after years with the same person can honestly feel weirdly emotional lol, but I left feeling SO relieved and happy that I found her. Safe to say... I found my Bay Area nail girl

Amazing! Best salon I've been to, I got a haircut here and it came out great. Everyone was super…read morefriendly and kind and it was clean and cute in there too. Definitely recommend :)

"I've been going to Sam for my cut and color, and she is honestly the best! She is super…read moreknowledgeable and actually takes the time to explain what will work best for your hair type and maintenance goals, which I really appreciate.Aside from the fact that my hair always looks amazing when I leave, her head massages during the shampoo are literal heaven. If you want someone who genuinely knows what they're doing and gives the most relaxing experience, go see her!

Not the best for nails anymore, but the pedicures are always 10/10!…read more I'm not sure if I get nail techs on a bad day but the attitudes I get when it comes to getting my nails done are very off putting. Will stick to pedicures only here.

Karen did a fantastic job! She removed my gel X set and did a regular gel manicure for me. She was…read morevery friendly and helpful picking the right color.

I usually go to the San Mateo location. This one is way less busy. Offers the same great selection…read moreof colors. Their color library is phenomenal. Very friendly staff. I went there over a month ago and came back this past week and they remembered me by name. Wonderful vibe. My new go to for mani pedi and waxing services

This was my second time visiting this nail salon. My first experience wasn't great, but because of…read morethe positive reviews, I decided to give it another chance. Unfortunately, I left feeling disappointed again. My pedicure felt rushed, and the polish was applied too thickly, leaving it looking lumpy rather than smooth. During the appointment, the technician also left to work on another client without explaining what was happening, which made the experience feel impersonal. My manicure was better--I appreciated that the polish was applied thinly, which is the look I prefer. However, some of the polish ended up on the skin around my nails. I chose a very light color, so I understand it may have been difficult to see, but it's still something I would expect to be cleaned up. Overall, the appointments felt rushed, and the attention to detail just wasn't there. I really wanted to like this salon, but after two visits, I don't think the quality matches the reviews.

I've been going there over 3 years already, Mary and Vickie are super friendly, outgoing and…read moreprofessionals. The plants make the shop so comfortable and truly welcoming. They even have a seasonal decor - this time Fall vibes - which I love it! I also really appreciate how calming and relaxing their music and videos are. They create such a peaceful and enjoyable experience. Mary is the BEST and her ombré nails are so pretty that I'm so excited to show everyone!! I highly recommend their services !

Mary truly is a gem. She's meticulous and friendly. There's parking in the back. She's cash only…read more She has mostly DND colors, but I've brought in my own OPI gel polish for her to use. I think Mary's true magic comes out in her fills. I had two nails where the polish came off and she filled around it like nothing happened. The picture of my nails doesn't do it justice. I inquired about chrome and she puts it on top of whatever you picked. I get compliments on this set almost everyday.

I've enjoyed coming to this salon for years with my mom and sisters and today Kelly did such a…read morefantastic job on my nails and gave me a great experience that I had to leave a review! She was so kind and helped me figure out different things I could do for my nails. Kelly is an angel! and special shoutout to the lovely store owner Vivian!

I've been a loyal customer of Bella Nails for over 20 years, which makes it disappointing to say…read morethat the overall quality of service has steadily declined. The regular manicures have become inconsistent and often feel rushed. I've also noticed that when I decline the gel manicure upgrade, the technicians seem visibly annoyed, which creates an uncomfortable experience. Customers should never feel pressured to purchase additional services. The pedicures, which used to be relaxing, are no longer enjoyable. The massage portion is minimal, and the technicians often spend more time talking among themselves or watching what's happening around the salon than focusing on the client they're serving. When you're paying for a service that's meant to be relaxing, it's disappointing to feel like you don't have their full attention. I want to emphasize that the owner has always been wonderful and has built a great business over the years. Unfortunately, the level of customer service from many of the staff no longer reflects the standards that kept me coming back for two decades. After 20 years of loyalty, I've made the difficult decision to find another salon. I truly hope Bella Nails can return to the quality and customer care that made it such a great place for so many years.

The first time I tried this place was on 06.23.26 with Tracy. I loved that I was able to schedule…read morean appointment through their website and it was a very easy process. I opted for a combination gel manicure and gel pedicure, which was amazing! The best part is almost always the warm foot bath, massage, hot stone massage and hot towels! When it came to the manicure, it's actually a dry manicure, which I've never had before, nor have I ever heard of them! Let me tell you, there is such a thing as a dry manicure and I prefer this way better than a wet manicure. I have eczema, so I am very selective of nail salons and this was great! The different drill bits that Tracy used are to exfoliate the cuticles and around your nail bed, so minimal cutting/trimming is done. I made another appointment through their website for 07.13.26, again with Tracy, to have my gel manicure and gel pedicure removed and this time chose the combination classic manicure and classic pedicure. Basic treatments as before except for regular polish, not gel. Loved every minute of it! I would highly recommend this place! Convenient location. It's near a parking garage or there is street parking. The service and quality is great! The people are nice. It is a bit pricey, but worth it. Thank you Tracy for a great experience!

I've been coming here on and off for the past few years. It'll be my new go-to since the place I…read morewent to previously is inconsistent with the nail techs. Everyone who has worked on my nails here has been great. They add hot stone to a regular pedicure and don't rush to do my nails. My pedicure has also been lasting longer. I recently had a gel cat-eye mani and regular pedi done by Sharon. Although I didn't end up loving my pedi color, Sharon did check in and I said it was good. The cat-eye was perfect and I'll probably get it again in the future. The only things I think the salon can improve on is getting more comfortable chairs and some sort of entertainment in there. There's no music or tv to watch. The chairs are pretty low and when my legs are straight out, they fall asleep easily.

I've finally found the best nail salon in San Mateo. The quality of care they all give is…read morefantastic. The vibe is always amazing and relaxing. They also give the best massages. All the nail techs are detail oriented and thorough. The salon is clean and they have all their nail tools in a sterilization pouch which is a plus. Julie took good care of my mom. She was very meticulous when giving her a pedicure. Jennifer the owner, is sweet and caring. She gave me a manicure and was very gentle. If you're looking for a nail salon this is the place to go. I promise you'll leave happy and satisfied. I can't wait for my next visit.

I'm so sad to have to update this review! It used to be my favorite nail salon. But in the last…read moreseveral years, it seems to be the norm that my appointments and/or time have not been honored. On many occasions, I come with 1 other person with appointments for 2 pedicures together at a certain time, and they have had a long wait time (much later than our scheduled appointment) or had us served at such different times that one of us is completely finished before the other even starts. Not to mention, we don't even get to sit near each other. Despite booking appointments for pedicures for 2. Sadly, I won't be returning.

I got my hair today with Alyssa. I explained to her what I wanted. She was an accommodating with my…read moretime and executed. I wanted to be brightened up, and that is exactly what I got. Very pleased with my hair now. Feel like I am glowing!

I hadn't gotten my hair done since March 2024, so I definitely had a lot of grow out and brassiness…read moregoing on. Keri took care of me so well! She is so kind and knowledgeable about hair. We did some highlights and then covered up the rest of my hair to match my roots, and it is such a great reset for the new school year. The studio itself is so clean and modern, great atmosphere. They also offer nail and facial services which I would love to try. Can't wait to come back to get my hair done again!