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    San Mateo, CA

    Lion Window Tinting

    4.9 (391 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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    Hayden P.

    I got 20% XPEL XR Plus ceramic tint applied to the side windows and rear glass of my GV70, and had the rear of the car debadged. I'm very happy with how everything turned out. The service was timely and a good value. Levon was an excellent communicator, very professional, and genuinely good-natured throughout the process. He clearly cares about his customers and was great to work with. I'd definitely recommend Lion Window Tinting!

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    Brian M.

    These guys are great! They were able to get my appointment scheduled quickly, and the work was top quality. They finished my truck (5 windows) in a couple hours with no delays. They have straight forward pricing and the finished product was worth every penny! I would highly recommend Lion Window Tinting!

    Sam A.

    It's already been repeated hundreds of time here; 5 Stars all the way!! Levon is fair and straight to the point. Excellent craftsmen here at Lion Window Tinting - Armenians are renowned for their excellent craftsmanship and it shows up here! Levon and crew have now tinted the front windows on my 4Runner TRD PRO and Tundra 1794 edition to match the rear factory tint, as well as full window tint on my G80 M3. Perfect every time. Levon fit me in on short notice on a Saturday and had both of my front windws tinted in less than 30 minutes - in and out - Amazing! Super comfy and clean waiting area for those that need to wait on their premises.

    Another professional tinting done by Levon and crew. I'm a returning customer. Happy with the service. Highly recommend.

    Another great service to put tint in the windshield. I'm a returning customer. And would recommend this place.

    11/10, BEYOND HAPPY! The service and attention to detail is unreal. Levon and his team went above and beyond for new Tesla model 3. Not only did they flawlessly install my tints, but was super flexible and communicative. I work a 9-5, so even his ability to come in earlier for me to be able to drop/pick up the car. They even was kind enough to working hard to install my seat covers because I didn't want to break my nail from doing so. When he had sent me pictures of my car, I screamed of joy. Now coming back for a ceramic coating in the future! This is the only place I will recommending in the bay area.

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    Great experience! Levon, the owner, is very friendly and helpful. I got my front two windows tinted with ceramic nano tint, and they finished the job the same day. Great quality, quick service, and very professional. Highly recommend!

    The best XPEL XR tinting on my Tesla Model Y Juniper.

    The best XPEL Prime XR tinting on my Tesla Model Y Juniper. Levon and family are the only ones I trust for my tinting and paint protection film. Every job is perfect quality workmanship! They even went the extra mile to help me remove stubborn rust spots from tree droppings that I was unable to remove myself. First-class small business who cares and take pride in their work and customers.

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    My second time getting tints with them. Another great service and beautiful job done by Levon and his team.

    Michael P.

    Fantastic experience. Super clean shop. Got a quote on the phone brought the van in later that afternoon and left in a couple of hours. Free Izzy's in the waiting room :-) Sunnyvale location has a high enough door for a tall van. Most shops don't.

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    Michael T.

    I'm so glad I chose Lion Window Tinting! Let me tell you -- I had gone to three other tint shops (including one with a Groupon deal) before finding Lion Window Tinting, and those other places all tried the classic bait-and-switch or pushy upsells. In stark contrast, Levon at Lion Window Tinting was a breath of fresh air. From the moment I contacted him, he was friendly, honest, and straightforward. No pressure at all. Pricing & Honesty: Levon gave me a straightforward quote based on the high-quality film I wanted, and it was actually about 5-10% lower than the best quotes I got elsewhere in the Bay Area. And guess what? He didn't try to cut corners by using some off-brand film to save a buck. I got premium XPEL ceramic tint (with all the paperwork for the official XPEL warranty included), and he still beat the other guys' prices. There were no hidden fees on the day of service - I paid exactly what I was quoted. This kind of transparency is rare and so appreciated. Quality of Work: The quality here is top-notch. I had all 8 windows of my brand-new 2026 Tesla Model Y (including the front windshield) tinted in one go. Levon and his team finished the job in about 2 hours, which is super efficient for a full-car tint. When they handed my car back, I was blown away - flawless installation. No bubbles or gaps, minimal dust - the car even came back clean with no water stains on any panels. The tint film is perfectly cut and aligned. It's obvious that the team at Lion Tint are true professionals who care about the details. My Model Y looks absolutely amazing now, and the high-quality XPEL Prime film they used provides excellent heat rejection and UV protection. During this recent hot week, I've already felt a huge difference in how cool the interior stays. Customer Service & Experience: What really sets Lion Window Tinting apart is the customer service. There was zero pressure to pay upfront or buy add-ons I didn't need. In fact, Levon doesn't even take payment until after the work is done and you're satisfied - a policy that instantly built trust. He clearly cares more about long-term customer happiness than a quick sale. He also mentioned they'll give a small discount if you pay cash, basically equivalent to the credit card fee - a nice little perk if you have cash on hand. Throughout the process, Levon was communicative and honest. He answered all my questions (and I had a lot, especially about different tint levels and the California legal limits) with patience and expertise. You can tell he's in this business to build a loyal customer base and not just make a quick buck. Waiting Room & Location: I decided to wait on-site while my car was being tinted, and I'm glad I did. They have a wonderful waiting room with comfy seating, free snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and a TV to help pass the time. It felt more like I was hanging out in a friend's lounge than a shop - super cozy and clean. The location is great too: it's in a nice, safe area of San Mateo (near the Roblox HQ and the Caltrain station). So if you don't want to wait indoors, you can easily take a walk to grab coffee or lunch nearby. The whole vibe of the shop is friendly and welcoming, which made the experience that much better. Final Verdict: Lion Window Tinting earns every bit of its 5-star reputation. My car looks fantastic, the price was right, and the service was honest and exceptional. I honestly can't recommend Levon and his team enough. If you need window tinting (or PPF or wraps - they do those too), don't waste your time with other shops that play games. Go to Lion Window Tinting and enjoy a smooth, trustworthy experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be coming back for any future tint or protection needs, and I'll be telling all my friends about this place. It's so satisfying to support a local small business that truly puts customers first. ***P.S. for Tesla owners:*** The Tesla Model Y (and other models) come with a bit of factory tint in the glass (around 75% VLT on the front windshield/windows, and ~22% on the rear windows). I worked with Levon to choose tints that achieve the look and legal compliance I wanted. I ended up doing 70% XPEL ceramic on the front windshield and rear sections, and 20% on the front driver/passenger windows. The end result? My front windshield is about 52.5% visible light transmission (I have a medical note allowing a darker windshield), and the front side windows and all rear windows are around 15% VLT. The car now has a sleek, unified look and stays way cooler inside. Lion Window Tinting is very knowledgeable with Teslas - they'll help you get the perfect tint setup while explaining everything.

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    Very professional, on-time and no hassle pricing. The job completed to my satisfaction.

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    Great customer service and outstanding quality tints for all vehicles! This is the second car I brought to them.

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    Great work done on both of my vehicles. They finished the jobs in about 2 hrs. Great communication and price. Highly recommended!

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    “After having my Tesla fully wrapped with PPF and a ceramic coating, Levon went above and beyond at every step.”

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