Mimi is very very professional she's always very well groomed she takes care of her business and there's many many chairs so you never have to wait like other salons you walk in they put you in a tub and then you have to wait they go to the next person that doesn't happen at Mimi's read more

Absolutely amazing and fast service, I am in LOVE with my nails and will 100% be coming back! read more

Mimi Nails - Basic Manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I've gone to Mimi's since for years now, she's never once let me down! The nails are always beautiful and thoughtful, with the service to match. Everyone here always treats you so lovely. I very heavily recommend coming! read more

Mimi Nails - Basic Manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

The staff was really nice initially but I went in thinking I could get a quick french tip & the owner convinced me to get these cute sparkles instead. I'm guessing to try and hide the shape. I kept asking for square and instead I received these oblong looking nails. If you're looking for quality service keep looking because I was also rushed out of my chair, only to be met with a push to pay for cash after I repeatedly stated I don't have enough to pay with cash. read more

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On Thursday 09/12/24 was my first time coming to this business. Unfortunately I should've just went to another establishment. My experience at this nail salon was NOT PLEASANT. When I arrived I wasn't greeted I was just asked what I needed done. Before being sat down at the chair to get my feet done I used the restroom and a worker was sitting on the floor eating her lunch right next to the restroom, red flag. That was very unsanitary and unethical. The owner should have designated areas for her employees to eat. The owner clearly doesn't give a dam to have her workers sit on the floor to eat near the bathroom. While the owner ate at an empty nail table. This place looks super cheap inside they tried to make it look expensive but completely looks cheap! From the old drapes and chandler. The service I requested was 1 gel pedicure and 1 gel manicure. No type of conversations between the ladies giving me the nail service. First, the woman doing my feet was new and I was a trial/experiment. She had NO CLUE what to do. The woman doing my manicure constantly told her what to do. I told her from the beginning I wanted my toe nails clipped a tinny bit as my toe nails were grown out and I like them left longer. I asked her to shape my toe nails into square. She stated she understood. As I am looking at the other woman doing my manicure the lady doing my feet cuts my toe nails SO SHORT! And I tell her that I asked for her to clip a tiny bit. She ignored me. I know my feet and I like what I like. My thing is if she didn't know what I meant she should've clarified. Now I'm stuck with short uneven toes nails. I told her she cut to short and she tried to do better on my other foot. The lady who did my gel manicure did good. She gave me a massage after doing my manicure. I've never received that at any salon. I was definitely in pain the next morning she was extremely ROUGH. As I am paying the owner Mimi asked if I was leaving a tip on my card I said yes $5. She's said "only $5 but what about the other girl" I said look at my feet they are uneven you want me to leave a tip for someone who didn't follow instructions? Then she stated she would fix my toes I stated to her "HOW CAN YOU FIX MY TOE NAILS THEY HAVE BEEN CUT ALREADY ARE YOU GOING TO GLUE THEM BACK ON? She went silent and I paid and left very unhappy. Mimi should've done better handling this situation she failed as business owner. As an owner you should handle this in a better manner instead of giving a customer attitude. Not one bit did I give her attitude even though I was NOT happy with her worker's service. Today is Sunday and the gel manicure is already chipping. JUST HORRIBLE. I paid $75 for gel 1 manicure and 1 pedicure. I WILL NEVER EVER GO BACK AND I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. There are multiple negative reviews about this place. No care for clients wants and needs. Do me a favor and don't waste your money with this garbage business. read more

Mimi Nails - Chipped gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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I found my new go to nail spot! Theyre super close to me and have THE BEST staff. Everyone is so well trained, the facility is clean and nice, the treatment that come with your service are great. I got a gel mani/pedi which came out to about $78 for both. The color selection was incredible. Theyre very thorough with all their work. What surprised me was at the end of the service, they even gave you a MASSAGE. Like a legit massage!! Even aside from the massage chairs! One time I called in super late 15 mins before they closed and they STILL TOOK ME. Theyre really super nice, caring, and I'll definitely frequent them more often read more

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Had to take one star off because one of my nails came off in 5 days and I wasn't doin any hard labor :( read more

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My grandmother has been coming here for years. I tag along occasionally and haven't had a bad experience. It's a typical salon with typical service. However, after my grandmothers triple bypass, and watching how careful they were with her, how caring, how much they helped her in and out of the chair, how they listened so intently to her, I decided to make the drive to bring her here as often as possible. I had the best pedicure today, and found my new favorite lady! It's clean, the bathroom is clean, the chairs are nice and the ladies are awesome. There are a ton of nail salons in CV, but if you come here more than once, chances are Mimi remembers your name. read more

Mimi Nails - "T" absolutely rocked the pedi game today - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

If I could give 0 stars I would. I called and asked for dip manicure and a pedicure. I arrive they say we're busy come tomorrow. I tell them I called and they have me waiting for an hour. No communication. Finally they see I have dip and they say come back tomorrow. These people are rude, dismissive, and unprofessional. Stay away from this place and they have flies!!!! read more

Love the ladies here!! I've been going here for years, & I don't think that will change anytime soon! Reasonable pricing, along with a relaxing ambiance. Love you gals! read more

Nails are on point! So happy with how they turned out, can't wait for my next appointment.

Me and my friend who is pregnant went to this salon, they were VERY rude to her. I can't believe people have the audacity to be rude to pregnant Woman, especially when they were all Woman they should understand. She asked to use their restroom and she was denied. She stated to them that she was pregnant and they continued to rudely say no and to go find somewhere else. How ignorant can you be, do you have to pay to use their restroom when your pregnant now? Ridiculous, like letting a pregnant woman use their restroom is coming out of their paycheck. If I could give this place 0 stars I would. Don't give your money to ignorant people like them. read more

My wife LOVES Mimis and this is her go to. And I guess mine since I like getting a pedicure to now haha. Very clean and cheaper than 90% of other ones around. Everyone there is so kind and have fantastic customer service, they never forget to ask about my mom who told us to come here in the first place which I really appreciate, it shows how they care for the regulars. We love you Mimi!!' read more

We've been going to Mimi's for years. We've tried other shops when we travel but none compare to Mimi's. Her staff is courteous, polite, and caring and they all do a great job. Mimi's is our favorite. read more

Great attention to detail. Caring service. Almost don't want to promote so it stays a hidden gem. Will definitely be returning read more

I've tried few ladies for pedicures. They're all good. But Kim really takes care of my ingrown toenails. 100% recommend her. She's very meticulous. I've been going to Kim the last few times and always satisfied! read more

I love Mimi! I get my nails done here by Mimi or Kim. Both are fast, sweet, perfectionists!! A bunch of the girls have done my pedicures as well. I get gels on my nails and regular pedicure. I never have any breaks or chips. All the employees are happy and nice. I love going here! read more

The ladies were all attentive and friendly.The vibe was great. The service I requested is what I got. read more

Mimi Nails - I really liked how my nails came out! I have gotten alot of compliments about my nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I tried this place out because my regular nail salon is far and I wanted to see if I could find a backup closer to home. I'm not super picky in general but I was really disappointed in my experience. A few things I noticed: 1. Manicure- technician not skilled, cut my finger and kept going- I had to stop her and direct her to put alcohol on it because it was bleeding. Nails were filed unevenly and she didn't buff them. I've gotten my nails done every 2 weeks for many years, this was the worst manicure I've ever had- anywhere. 2. Pedicure- just ok, second technician also not super skilled- forgot to clean under the nails and had to do lots of clean up on the paint job. The place in general does not feel clean and they don't use sterile packaging or cases for their instruments. Feels dated from a sanitation standpoint compared to other nail salons I frequent. The pricepoint was lower than what I typically pay by about 20 dollars but I wouldn't return here. If you care for quality, cleanliness and skill I wouldn't recommend it. read more

My third time coming here as opposed to my usual nail salon.... Because they were booked. I made an appointment on a Saturday morning with Mimi, the owner.... Only to discover several others had as well. When I arrived to my appointment, I had to wait. I saw how the owner greeted other patrons and was seriously disappointed at how she spoke to them. Business owners need to realize that people will forget what you say to them, but, no one forgets how they are treated. It is NOT OK TO YELL AT PEOPLE DISRESPECTFULLY. My nail technicians TORE UP my skin. Even though I jerked back my hands and feet several times, and verbally expressed that they were hurting me. I will never go back again. read more

I can always count on Mimi to do a superb job on my nails. She's been doing my nails for 15 years (hard to believe it's been that long) so that speaks volumes because let's be honest ladies, and gentlemen, we're picky about our manicure and will go somewhere else if we're not happy. Mimi makes me happy and my nails always look fabulous, I get compliments constantly. read more

Mimi Nails - My Wedding Nails by Mimi... They look beautiful & still do, 6 days later! Mimi always makes my hands look pretty - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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I found this spot closer to home & I thought they did a good job. Well I got cut after this last gel manicure which they applied some green numbing liquid to stop bleeding I guess? Now I've got a painful infection & I won't go back. Update 3/25: my tiny infection got way worse & ended up at the dr for antibiotics, never had this happen to me before & not fun at all. Just be sure sure that your nail tech is using clean supplies read more

Mimi Nails - Gel manicure infection - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Mimi's has been my to go to for 14yrs now always same quality of service and cleanliness

Great experience for mom plus 3 little girls. The kids loved it and so am I. As always Mimi and her team were friendly and kind. I like this spot. I wish I could make it here more often. Clean, smell great and family friendly. read more

Mimi Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Mimi does it again ! not only is she the fastest nail tech i have ever had she did my nails so cute for spring. I love coming to this shop everyone is so sweet and mimi always just knows how to accomplish what i like ! Thanks best friend read more

Mimi Nails - Quick gel set - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I moved to the Bay Area in 2022 and discovered MiMi's. I used to love their services and visited at least once a month. I even recommended them to friends and started bringing my husband as well. I always tipped generously. But after my experience today, I will never go back. I went in for my usual French tips and picked a color that turned out to be too light. I politely asked for a different color, and to my surprise, MiMi became upset and treated me with complete disrespect. This was over one painted toe! When I asked if they had a pecan frost or cream shade, she came over yelling, making me feel utterly uncomfortable. Everything seems fine at MiMi's--unless you dare to ask for the service you're paying for. I've never felt so embarrassed and hurt. How can a business get upset because they don't have the color I want? There are plenty of nail salons in the area, and while MiMi's was my go-to, they will never see me again. I'll be telling everyone about this awful experience. read more

Helen ,Rose ,and Franny, Did an excellent job ,they were very professional, wore mask ,and was nice at all times ,they made me And my wife feel at home and very relaxing We enjoyed our experience very much and recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience a great time . The owner Mimi also greets every Customerat the door With respect and professionalism !!! read more

Mimi Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I called and asked what time they close, they told me 8, I told them my daughter and I would be on their way, they told me "come on in" I drove all the way over and got there at 7:20, and they told me they were closed. I come all the time and tip really well but I won't be back and I will be letting others know. My daughter (5) was sobbing because they turned us away and she was so excited to get her pedicure. Online does not say they close until 8. Very sad and unprofessional. read more

I see why they have 3 stars ,, service was awful . My 9 year daughter had a pedicure and polish on her nails ., I had a deluxe pedicure and wanted a manicure but they didn't have the nude color I wanted ,, they wrapped my nails in acetone to soak off polish,, they did my pedicure and my daughter toes and nails and still had my nails wrapped I know it doesn't take this long to soak off gel all I wanted was to soak off and buff I was going to wear them natural . All this time pass I had fallen asleep because I just got off of work., and still they didn't get to my nails ., and then you have the nerve to ask about a TIP ,,, I'm not tipping you for your poor customer service and I left with my nails looking like this , I won't be back too many nail salons to settle for this kind of service. read more

Mimi Nails - This is how I left with my nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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As a local business owner myself, I don't like to write these type of reviews. But in this case, I feel like it's absolutely necessary. Mimi treated us (my daughter and I) well for the first few visits. I even recommended a friend (whom I just told what happened and she may not be going back either). All was okay up until we had our nails done elsewhere ONCE because it was more convenient (location wise). Mimi was not happy about that and instantly started giving us attitude and treating us differently (as if we're no longer her customers). We brushed it off and came back for the second time. She told us to come right in as there was no wait time. We came in had to wait for 15 minutes. I showed her what I wanted done which I have had done here before and she claimed that that's not possible. This seems to be an occurrence with Mimi. She will try to convince you to do what's easier and more convenient for them rather than what you want done. Midway through my daughters manicure, she asked her to go sit back into the waiting room so she can take someone else. This has never happened before, not here or any other salon we've been to. All while given attitude. My final straw was when Mimi approached me publicly and asked me what I did in her bathroom, number one or number two? Because "you are not supposed to be doing number two in there. My customers complain about that. I felt humiliated, unwelcome, disrespected." Mind you, my daughter went to the bathroom soon after me and didn't notice anything. This was harassment! So a heads up, IF YOU GO TO THE BATHROOM HERE, NO #2's!!! This lady should not be dealing with the public at all. She has no sense of customer service, has attitude and anger issues. I have read other reviews and if this is how she treats customers, I would not be surprised that she mistreats her employees. Finally, when we were all done, I paid her and she was still standing there expecting a tip. Absolutely not. The nerve she has!!! If I had to make a choice to do my own nails or come here, I would rather do my own nails. This was by far the worst experience ever. Mimi, you need help! read more

Soo glad I started coming here, they do the best pedicures & the massages are amazing. They really take their time & make you feel so. relaxed. The atmosphere is also clean & fancy looking. Love it. Would recommend to anyone & especially Lisa, she is awesome! read more

What a find! After much searching I've found my go to nail spot in the area! I called late on a Friday afternoon and they were able to squeeze me in before close. I've driven by this salon many times and am glad to have finally stopped in. Prices were fair, ambiance is super cute, and the massages were the best I've had in the area! They're also big enough that you can squeeze in on relatively short notice, but not so big you feel like you're on a human conveyor belt. Kelly and Fanny were super professional and took great care in making me feel great and my nails look great. Love this place and look forward to coming back regularly! read more

Mimi Nails - Perfect for Lunar New Year!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I've came to Mimi's for a couple years on and off. Recently I came back in and remembered why I liked it so much. It's got a nice scenery, the women are polite, the work is clean! I love my nails I came in with a healed cut and they were very gentle and careful incase it bothered me. A couple years ago I even came in after a car crash for like 6 months straight every two weeks and they brought my nails/ foot and leg back to life. I missed it here. I do suggest cash for tip. I've worked in a nail salon before so keep in mind tip is close to half their income so them asking for cash is understandable. I don't think many people appreciate nail spas and what they do just like hair salons. Mimi's takes care of you though, thank you ladies! read more

Mimi Nails - Acrylic fill with gel polish, very short for work I have thin nails and lots of kids. - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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First time at the salon. My boyfriend and I got pedicures. And I got my nails done. The nail salon seemed very popular with the locals and loyal customers. Mimi, the owner, was very kind and cheerful. She knew the customers by name. The salon was very well decorated. My favorite part is the lit up nail polish shelves. You can see it in the background of one of my photo. What I enjoy the most is the atmosphere, all the nail techs were very kind, and there were many of them all dressed in scrubs. read more

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Feel good.very good service and nice people. Highly recommend Tina, she is very attentive and serious, I will come again. read more

Typically I don't get my nails done. Usually only pedicures because I do work with my hands. Very rarely do I even go at all but when I DO I come here. Usually I call if I am not in the area but if I'm passing through I usually just pop my head in and ask if they are free for a walk in and the answer so far on weekdays has always been yes. I love the way my nails look every time I come here. The place is clean and the massage chairs are so nice. The ladies that work there are friendly and work well independently or together. I never feel like I am being rushed out or that I'm waiting around for someone who's forgotten I came in. Mimi has a great team of people. read more

I have been going to Mimi's nail for quite sometime now and always has been an amazing experience. I went with my in law today and she got the dip powder for her first time and both loved the outcome of it. Mimi understood the assignment and she was super fast too! read more

Mimi Nails - Dip powder - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Today was my first time here... and typically I get very anxious trying a new nail spot. I also prefer to go to much smaller spots like Mimi's since it feel more intimate and much more about YOU since you are the customer. I walked in and was a bit early for my appointment, Kelly greeted me right away and took me to my pedicure chair. The salon is super clean and seems newly renovated. Pedicure massage chairs are my weakness and theirs did not disappoint. Kelly was super sweet and got straight to my toes, and made sure I was comfortable, a little half way through my pedicure was when the next tech came and started my manicure.... Sadly I didn't not get her name. But she was super efficient and did a great got my my hands. Both ladies did an AMAZING job. I would now say this is my new go to spot. They do take walk in's so i recommend making an appointment just incase. Although they do accept card, make sure you bring some cash to make tipping your tech easier. read more

Mimi the owner did an amazing job with my New Year's Eve nails, she was fast and efficient, great service!! This will be my new nail spot thank you read more

I've given this place multiple chances, the first couple of times everything was great. Mimi has then became rude, rushes you, doesn't listen to what you want. I don't know if it's because I don't tip her $20 after a horrible job or what? Speaking of tip, she always asks if you're going too, and WAITS AND EXPECTS a tip. One time I came in and tried to pay with my Chase card, she told me to drive to Chase and pull out cash and to pay with cash I told her I didn't want to and she said that she preferred cash, if this is your expectation, maybe you should have a cash only sign at the door . Anyway, today I asked for dip powder on my natural nails, she begins to bring out acrylic/ fake nails, I again make sure she's doing dip powder on my real nail, she said she was just adding a short tip to make my natural nails a little longer. I hesitated a bit and then said okay. To my surprise, NOT dip, she's painting on my nails, I also asked for a natural square and got rounded nails. I chose a blue, then changed my mind to white. She then said my fingers were too fat to have white. I live near by and it's convenient. I rather drive 30 minutes away for quality nails. Was told $50, then $55 when she swiped my card, then she said "$55 even?" like yes I am not tipping you. I'm very frustrated. ALSO do they not cut down your cuticles anymore????? If i'm paying $60 for a manicure you would assume they'd soak my nails and do what they're supposed too. read more