I was looking for a nail salon closer to the house, and I am so happy I stumbled upon Mai's! I have been twice thus far, and the full set are the best I've ever had... no exaggerations. Tina is amazing, and as long as I am in San Diego, I will be going to her for my nails. The shop is clean, sterile, and customers are offered a beverage upon arrival. The level of professionalism blew me away... watched firsthand them dealing with a rude customer who refused to pay, and there's no way any other shop would've handled the situation the same. They have the best pricing for the services provided that I have witnessed in San Diego County. 10/10 recommend, every time! read more

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Mai's Nails is such a calm and welcoming spot. The owners are always so friendly and easy to chat with, which makes every visit feel really comfortable. It is never too busy, so I can usually get in and out without a long wait. They keep the place spotless and I really appreciate that they open a brand new nail kit every time. It shows how seriously they take cleanliness. The team is knowledgeable, does quality work, and the customer service is consistently great. My only wish is that they offered beverages and maybe more examples of what they can do in terms of designs or styles, but overall it is a lovely neighborhood salon that I enjoy coming back to. read more

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Tina was great, I came in after looking on Yelp and she took great care of me, very friendly, listened to what I wanted and was fast at her work, very detailed I will be back. read more

Highly recommend! I'm pretty rough on my nails and I swear ever since I've been coming here I've never had an acrylic pop off! The quality is absolute perfection as well. It is also a woman owned company - much respect! I won't go anywhere else. 5 stars! read more

amazing service and lovely nails! i was attended quickly and got the design i was hoping for. I will definitely be returning :) read more

Mai's Nails - almond polka dot acrylic nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Lynn and company are ALWAYS amazing when we come! Me and my daughter have been going there for five years now and never had a bad experience. Relaxing and friendly and always able to do what we ask! read more

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I had a pretty terrible experience at this nail salon. I'm giving 2 stars for Teven, who was very sweet and kind. I came in to get my gel removed and called ahead to ask how much it would cost. Lynn said it would be $8. When I arrived at the nail salon, I was greeted right away by Lynn, who asked what I needed done. I responded that I had called about the nail removal. She then proceeded to inspect my nails and said that, since it looked like a thick gel, she would charge me $15, which I was totally fine with. She then began working on my nails and talking in her language with her coworker. She was clearly complaining about the nails and said that the gel was very strong and not like the regular gel they handle at the salon. I sat quietly, understanding that it would be a bit of a tedious task to remove. She continued talking and complaining in her language, which was uncomfortable, unnecessary, and unprofessional. If you didn't want to do the job, just say something. She then disappeared to the back of the salon to grab a tray with acetone so that I could soak my hands. After some time, she tried again but still wasn't able to remove the gel, so the process of soaking and removing continued. I understand that it was difficult to remove my nails, and maybe she wasn't talking about me audibly the entire time, but it certainly felt that way. I will never be back. The only person who was sweet and caring was Teven. He was so professional and ended up getting the job done since Lynn was too busy complaining about life. read more

With things being so expensive I had been looking for a nail salon that does a great job at a fair price. Customer service is amazing they are genuinely nice people. I have a problem with ingrown toenails and if you have this problem you know the pain and struggle of finding someone with the knowledge and expertise to just get it out without digging around and if that's you this is is your place! The shaping on my nails is equally top notch. Lynn and Tevin are honestly the best. They also serve wine and beverages complimentary. read more

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The quality of the nails is amazing. Pricing is extremely reasonable. They always do a good job and are very nice when you walk in! It's also nice that they do walk ins so you can just pop in whenever! My toes look great as-well. read more

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I started here over a year ago with two- not one- two finger nails & a big toenail having fungus after a place (in Esco.) that I had been using for at least a year. Not only did Mai's know exactly how to heal, but made me feel so comfortable & normal from the start & going thru further healing stages. (I felt disgusting) -Flash forward 18 months & Ive never had healthier nails. Mai's is super clean & comfortable. I never feel that -what are they saying behind my back- feels that all you only English speaker are familiar with- Love this nail place! Here for life. give them a try!!! read more

Tina did a great job with my nails! She was super detailed and a perfectionist! Most of all very gentle!

Staff was friendly, but I'm disappointed and frustrated with my overall experience. I made an appointment at 2pm, but didn't get seated until 2:20. I picked out a sparkly brown gel, but the polish was too sheer, so he decided to put a different color underneath. That would've been totally fine with me if he picked a color that matched the one I picked (another shade of brown, nude, etc) but for some reason he chose a bright magenta. I decided to trust him in his decision because I thought he knew better than me, but my mistake. In the end, I had this weird ugly berry color on my nails, even after 3 coats of the brown sparkle. Just not even remotely close to what I asked for. What's more frustrating is that I had just gotten a similar color a few weeks before, and wanted a nice change for autumn time. Oh well. read more

I came in first time to have a relaxing pedi. It was rough rushed and anything but enjoyable I asked him to slow it down and he snapped back. There was no massage just a quick rub on of lotion I wouldn't even give them 2 stars read more

My "go to" nail salon! Lynn and her team are so welcoming, always ask how I've been, take great care of me and leave me looking and feeling great! Tevin is my fave in receiving a pedicure and Lynn for my dip/acrylic/hands. Tevin does killer gel polish too! Great people and even better service. Been a happy & loyal customer for over a year now. So happy I found them. read more

Mai's Nails - #3 pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

My mom and I have been coming here for years! My friend now goes with me and we all have been very pleased with our manicures and pedicures! Everyone is kind and the place is clean. They are a local "mom and pop" place so please help pass suggestions to friends! Especially as all these new condos being built I hope they get a lot of business so they can thrive! Thank you again for great service and with a smile read more

The quality of their work and the prices. The people are extremely nice but outrageous prices.

Came in with a friend as walk-ins on a Friday, around 12:30pm. I got a gel pedicure and my friend got a dip manicure. Service was great - the moment we walked in, we were greeted by Lynn, who said it would just be a few minutes of a wait. She offered for us to select our colors at this time (they have a wide color selection!) The staff is very kind - they check in with you throughout the service to make sure you're getting what you want. They were very detailed in their work. It was an obviously very popular/busy spot because many people came in and Lynn was trying to be super accommodating, either giving them an exact time to come in later, or helped too make appointments for later in the week. Also great pricing. The dip manicure was about $42. I've almost never seen any places that do dip manicures for less than $55! My gel pedicure was $43. read more

Mai's Nails - dip manicure! held up well throughout the vacation, with lots of beach and pool time. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! My nails always look amazing leaving Mai's nails. The place is comfortable. Techs are great. Prices are affordable! Highly recommend! read more

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Ms. Mai and Ms. Kim are amazing. When you enter they greet you. They are very careful not to hurt you. The time frame is short and they look natural. They are not bulky like other places I've tried. Reasonable prices. The area is easy to find, cute shop and clean too. I've only been there a few times. I'm definitely a return customer. This is a gel service. read more

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This is an updated review- while I like the way Tina does my nails. They really need to get organized with their appointment system. I called before they opened to try to get in right away. I got no answer so I figured I'd just call once they open. I forgot about it and then Mais Nails calls me back and tells me to "come now". I grabbed all my stuff and told her I'd be there in 20 mins, she said ok but when I get there she's just starting someone else's pedicure. It really grinds my gears when businesses are not respectful of your time. I wasted 20 mins driving there + gas (which is not cheap atm). read more

Mai's Nails - Ombré nails by Tina - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I enjoy coming to this place! Staff is always very nice and efficient. Every time I come I wait no more than 10 mins (without an appointment). I have only done pedicures at this salon and they do a great job every time I come compared to other San Diego nail salons. Last time I went to another nail salon it took them a total of 15 mins to do a basic pedicure and here they take their time and are very thorough and professional compared to others. read more

First time here. I walked in on a Thursday morning and they seated me right away. Lee did my nails and she was super sweet and did a wonderful job. Great experience. I'll be back! read more

Mai's Nails - Red nails for the holidays - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Excellent jelly pedicure and gel manicure. I highly recommend Mai's Nail! Very attentive and great pampering service.

I'll be honest - the idea of getting a pedicure scares me. It shouldn't, that's weird - but it does. Maybe I'm shy. Maybe I'm weirdly self-conscious about my feet. I'm not sure, but while I love the idea of them, the actual practice makes me nervous. There have been times when I have overcome my fears and actually gotten a pedicure or a foot massage, and each time my feet feel tickled, reflexively jerking backward slightly every few seconds. Fortunately I've never kicked or injured anyone, and the reaction has always been laughter on the part of the person doing the pedicure. But anywhoo, onto Mai's Nails. At the risk of oversharing, it had been awhile since my last pedicure and I had a toenail that was starting to become ingrown - and it HURT! Everyone I spoke to about this told me a pedicure was the answer. Almost as if it was a no-brainer. I put it off for months, but eventually I felt a surge of bravery and did a Yelp search for nearby places, and Mai's Nails had good reviews, so I decided to go for it. I called and made my appointment, and the lady on the phone was quite nice. So appointment time rolled around and I arrived at the store. I'll admit, the first thing I noticed was the strong smell of what I think was nail polish remover. It was so dizzyingly strong that I felt a little worried at first. But, eventually the smell did go away and it was my turn to get a pedicure. I was given a laminated card with all the different packages available - I chose the 2nd least expensive (which was $40 or so and boasted a sugar scrub). At first I wasn't sure what to do, and just soaked my feet for a bit. I watched other people getting their pedicures, and having chats with the employees. Well, my employee came along and got started, but didn't really speak to me. She did notice that my feet were sensitive it seems, but she didn't really try to allay my fears (and I suppose it wasn't her responsibility to do so) - and just went to work. There were times when it hurt, or tickled, and I tried to make my feelings known through body language, but I either failed or it was ignored. There was a time I thought maybe they didn't realize which package I ordered, because it said that they would fix callus as well as part of the pedicure, but I couldn't tell if they had worked on mine. Regardless, I said nothing. The most important thing though, was that I could not argue with the end product. My feet felt nice, and the foot-related problems I went in for had been solved. Turns out they HAD noticed the callus, but were so subtle in their work that I didn't even realize they had fixed it. And of course, they also fixed my toenail. So while there were a couple small things to be desired in regard to atmosphere / customer service, the actual procedure and results were top notch, so I gave this establishment 4 stars and definitely recommend it! read more

They give excellent service every time! Kevin and Lynn always do my nails and do an excellent job. They do so well I recommend them to all my friends and family. read more

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This was my first time here & I had such a wonderful experience. I got an eyebrow wax & a fill with regular paint. The staff was extremely accommodating, friendly, & I was in & out within an hour! Update on eyebrow wax service: Not happy at all with my brows. I normally come here & was advised to go to a new lady versus the owner..I grow my brows for 6-8 weeks at a time. Was told to "put makeup on, draw on your eyebrows" like I had an option..I grow my brows out so I do NOT have to draw them in. After growing them out for 4 years altogether, spending $600+ on microblading to help grow them out...I'm extremely disappointed. My brows will not grow back in the same & will probably take twice as long to get the tails of my brows back...I was offered a free eyebrow wax versus being refunded back or a discount on another service since I had returned back to get my nails done in the evening. As much as I love coming here, after this experience I will not be returning . Nails: 5/5. If you get a wax service I highly suggest the owner as she is extremely nice & waxes eyebrows extremely well. read more

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Stopped in for a quick mani pedi in between waiting for my mom to be finished with a surgery at sharp hospital. The staff was great. They got me right in and did a beautiful gel manicure. I wanted my polish removed on my toes to take a break and I wish I wasn't in such a hurry cause she was giving great massage and being very attentive. I would definitely recommend! The couple next to me was having a full treatment with a hot stone massage. That looked wonderful! Thank you again for great service! read more

Quick update a year later. Still love it here! The gentleman who works here is a wonder at getting my ingrown nails!

I walked in last minute, 30 mins before they closed, for a gel manicure and OMG I am in love. I had been here before and got my gel manicure done by a man and he did such an amazing job so I came back. This time I got Lynn as my nail tech. Ms Lynn is so so nice and she gave me such a great experience. My nails are now so cute for my vacation. Thank you! read more

Mai's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I just wanted to say I absolutely enjoyed this place. I give it 5 s because of the vibe, work done and how satisfied I was. Honestly for all they do deserve a nice tip. If someone does a wonderful job I tend to tip decently. I know we live in tough economy but PLEASE BE GENEROUS WITH YOUR TIP. I'm visiting from L. A County and I searched this place. I've never had a hot rock extended massage where they actually massage you. But I felt so relaxed on Thursday for a pedicure that I came back the next day for a mani but ended up getting a full set with dip powder. My nails feel light and pretty. I will say I was skeptical because it doesn't look fancy and there were a couple bugs buzzing around but honestly my massage felt so great and it's either quiet or Lynn talks to you. She honestly made me feel welcomed. You honestly don't get that vibe where employees talk about you. And to be honest I prefers that the doors WERE open because I can't stand the smell of chemicals. So thank you so much to her and the lady with the cute nails that did my pedi. I had a relaxing birthday weekend on vacation. read more

Mai's Nails - Thank you Lynn and thank you so much lady with the cute nails that did my pedi - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I've recently moved to San Diego and needed to find a new nail salon to unwind. The first thing that really impressed me is how responsive they are around scheduling. It's super easy to get an appointment, you can call, text, or just stop by! They typically have appointments available right then or within 24 hrs, which is awesome compared to other nail salons. Not only does Lynn's shop provide a welcoming and relaxing environment, but they do an awesome job. What wowed me the most recently is how great these came out with SUCH light colors! We were constantly reviewing the depth of color and adding more coats to achieve the desired outcome. There's 3 dip color coats on my nails, and at least 8-10 gel coats on my toes. Lynn and Annie did an insane job!! This is my third full set of dip powder on natural nails and gel set on my toes, as I wanted to leave a well-rounded review about the longevity of color. As a diehard OPI fan, I will admit that I was a bit skeptical at first of the iGel line, but I was very happy to be proven wrong! Regarding overall duration, my toe polish has remained 100% perfect every time until I go back for a fresh set (every 3-4 weeks). Because my hands are being washed frequently due to household chores + COVID, I find my nails are ready for a fresh set in about 3 weeks due to growth and wear/tear. What's nice is that the dip powder has allowed me to keep my natural nails long and make them stronger. I had the color of a thumb nail crack once between appointments, which I contacted the shop and they were happy to fix for me free of charge. Note - If you are looking for a very specific design, be sure to show them a picture upfront and consult with them on what materials (dip, gel, standard polish, natural vs. acrylic) is needed in order to achieve your desired look. Different materials = different process = slightly different price than you may have been expecting. If you're trying to stay in a particular price point for your appointment, feel free to voice that upfront and they can identify the services that fall in that range. I'm very happy I found this place. Thank you Lynn and Annie. read more

Mai's Nails - Fresh spring set - dip powder on natural nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Asked for dip polish to be removed and this is how my nails look. She almost went through my pinkie nail with the tool they use to remove the polish and it was incredibly painful. Now there is a super thin spot on my nail that I hope will last until my nail grows out. She told me to buy something to make my nails stronger at CVS. Also, this was $20?! I should have refused to pay that much. read more

Mai's Nails - Asked for dip polish to be removed... - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

New upgraded massage chairs and people who actually take their time when massaging. Always my go too place! read more

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I stopped in to ask how much a fill was, and was surprised it was only 35 for acrylic with gel. I got two colors and special design, so it came to 47. What a deal! I'm taking engagement pictures tomorrow and wanted my ring hand to look pretty. There's no gap and the color is all the way up to the cuticle. Perfect My usual places charges 55 to 65 for a fill. I'm coming here from now on read more

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1 day after Gel polish on natural nails($45) I'm sad the butterflies are already coming off.. and there is bubbling on some nails.. Not sure why she only cut cuticles on my right hand and didn't remove all of the previous gel polish so some fingers you can see the polish is already lifting. Very sloppy job. Felt rushed. Won't be recommending this place read more

Mai's Nails - 1 day after Gel polish on natural nails($45) I'm sad the butterflies are already coming off.. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I came in as a walk in and had to wait around 15 minutes which wasn't too bad. I had to get my old nails removed and she did a good job. It was painless. I got french tip gel nails and they came out nice. The total cost was $54 not including tip. I would go back again. read more

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Absolutely obsessed with my nails. It was my birthday and I just wanted to get my nails done so I went to the first place that popped up and it was Mai's nails. I will now always go here. 10/10 experience. read more

Mai's Nails - Nails by Mai's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Just came here for a pedicure after work today and I was not disappointed. The two ladies inside were so nice and greeted me right away. I did not feel like I was pressured to get my nails done like other places when I only want to get a pedicure. I love that about this place. The lady who did my Toes was really sweet and she did a really good job. She really made sure that I liked everything about my toes. There are a couple options for pedicures. They also offered me wine. Which I really like that a lot of places are doing this now. Honestly I lived right around the corner for around a year now and I am so surprised I have not found this place. Definitely recommend this nail salon! My new go to place. Go to Kim for your acrylics! She's amazing read more

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AMAZING! I can't say thank you enough for my beautiful nails! The staff was very friendly and totally made me feel welcome and catered to! This was my first time trying the coffin and also dip & i'm in love. I'm from out of town and i'll have to come monthly. read more

Mai's Nails - Perfect Acrylic Dip manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

So HAPPY with the new ownership, professionalism, and ability! Thank you for doing a great job on my nails! I will be back. read more

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