Mimi's Nails

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Mary O.

Tina and Mimi are so lovely! I am so glad I found this place. I was staying at Harrah's and in desperate need for a manicure and pedicure. Since I had acrylic I needed someone that could do this that the spa at Harrahs could not accommodate. Tina is amazing with my pedicure. Mimi was sweet and able to fill my nails. Would recommend to anyone, they are family owned and really care for everyone who walks in the door. I wish my mother was more like them. They are amazing people and business gals!

Nicole M.

Tina is great. She's extremely friendly; she does an excellent job on nails; and she made me feel like I've been going to her a long time. Usually I need to ask for my ingrown toenails to be cut out but she did it without asking. I'm very pleased.

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this was my first time going and i have to say the service was amazing they did such a great job i would totally recommend coming and getting your nails done cant wait to go back! read more

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If you live in Valley Center, then you know options are very limited--so I gave this nail salon a few tries before leaving a review. Unfortunately, I can't recommend it. I've tried multiple nail techs, and each time the quality just wasn't there. For the prices they charge, you'd expect precision and attention to detail, but that hasn't been my experience. It's extremely overpriced for the level of service. Honestly, you're better off driving a little farther for better results and a better value. read more

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A manicure was 25 dollars and it looks amazing! The owners are three sisters, Mimi, Lily, and Tina. They came from Vietnam and they have been here for 25 years. They are so kind and welcoming and great at what they do! We will definitely be back. Thank you so much! read more

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Tina and Mimi are so lovely! I am so glad I found this place. I was staying at Harrah's and in desperate need for a manicure and pedicure. Since I had acrylic I needed someone that could do this that the spa at Harrahs could not accommodate. Tina is amazing with my pedicure. Mimi was sweet and able to fill my nails. Would recommend to anyone, they are family owned and really care for everyone who walks in the door. I wish my mother was more like them. They are amazing people and business gals! read more

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First time here! Lily did a wonderful job on a basic Pedi/Mani. They do take walk-ins but would recommend an appointment only because there are only the sisters there. There are 3 pedicure chairs and 4 manicure stations, very small (compared to other salons) but is clean and private. Next to me in a pedicure chair was a client who has been going to them for over 20 years. That alone says a lot about the salon. Lily and her sister were very friendly and I would highly recommend them. read more

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Came here for the first time today and I'm very happy with the results. I went to Tina for a gel pedicure and she was very attentive to details and gentle when removing an ingrown nail. The pedicure itself only took about 50 minutes and was very affordable, at $50. I will definitely be coming back for another one in the future! read more

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Nicole M.

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Tina is great. She's extremely friendly; she does an excellent job on nails; and she made me feel like I've been going to her a long time. Usually I need to ask for my ingrown toenails to be cut out but she did it without asking. I'm very pleased. read more

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Brittany G.

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Mimi's is the best! I've been going here and seeing Tina for almost 15 years. We moved to Chicago a couple years ago and I have yet to find anyone out there who does pedicures as well as Tina. Every time I make a trip back home to San Diego, I carve out time to get a pedicure from Tina. read more

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Jeannine M.

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I have been staying at my parents for a few days to help them out and desperately needed my nails done. I was reluctant to go to a different place but we're so happy with the results. Lily was just wonderful and did such a fantastic job on my nails. I loved talking with her and we all had some good laughs with the other customers and with Tina. Such a great vibe and I'm glad That I can talk my mom into going there now instead of driving to her old place which is far away. Looking forward to visiting again read more

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Jemeleth K.

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Love the staff here and how easy and friendly the environment is with Valley Center community. I do think this location is a tad pricier than where they should be but I don't mind supporting my local community and the strong businesses that have managed to stay afloat post pandemic. I do recommend others to come in and have a nice mani/pedi! Thank you!! read more

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Heidi V.

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I have been going to see Lily and Lisa since the 1990's before they opened their salon in Valley Center. I live out of state, and make an appointment every time I am in town! Best pedicures ever!!!! read more

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Andrea B.

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Just had my nails "dipped". Never heard of this before but I love it. First time here. Lily was great. Answered my questions and really took care of me. Got a pedi as well. Looking forward to my next appointment. read more

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Sally W.

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Nice friendly and do a great job. Never have had a reason not to like them. Close to home too. I see Tina, but Mimi and Lilly are wonderful too. read more

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C D.

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Ugh where to start!!! First, they clip toe nails on the sides which they aren't supposed to Do. Ask a podiatrist and they'll tell you this causes ingrown nails! I've been getting pedicures for 10 years and not once has someone clipped my nails this way. The only reason I can think of for doing this is so it's easier for them to paint. Next, they charge way too much! They are just a nail shop not a luxurious spa! Also They don't take walk ins & credit cards! I wouldn't wish this service on anyone. Save your time & money & skip this spot!! They do have a clean bathroom & are friendly :) read more

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Ashley W.

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I have been coming here ever since I was 13 to get my eyebrows done. Mimi has taken such great care of me. She shapes my eyebrows perfectly and trims them so well. I have gone to other places to get my eyebrows done but I always come back here. I never break out after a wax from her. She is clean, friendly, and the price is just right! They are amazing! read more

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Cathy B.

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I love this small family shop. Tina for toes! It's the way to go! Even my dad would drive up from Escondido just to have her pamper him. You will love the job they do! read more

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Pani M.

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Tina and Lily were so friendly and accommodating! I walked in after traveling from AZ for 5 hours and Tina made me feel welcome and relaxed! Love my pedicure! Highly recommend this nail shop! read more

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Tanis A.

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I'm getting my nails done as we speak and they are great!! Very friendly. I also got my 4 year old daughters nails done and she loved the experience. I'll for sure be back read more

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Kim R.

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Lily has done my nails for a couple of years now. I refuse to go anywhere else. The couple of times I have had to go else where I was not satisfied because Lily sets the bar so high and makes sure my nails are perfect down to every detail. Everyone at mimis is friendly. Definitely recommend this place!!! read more

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Gina R.

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Tina is absolutely amazing. Mimi does the best eyebrows. Definitely recommend going and trying them out .

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Kimberly S.

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I have been going to Mimi's for about 10 years now and they are the best! I see Lily who is amazing but have also seen Tina and Mimi. They are all so nice and I would recommend any of them for a great set of nails! read more

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Stephanie N.

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We had to wait for 30 mins while someone else finished getting there nails done... Not a big deal at all only to be told after i had to stand thw whole 30mins and im pregnant that they dont take card! Cash only! Put a damn sign up so people dont waste there time. Horrible experience. read more

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28630 Valley Center Rd
Valley Center, CA 92082
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This girl is AMAZING!!! Bobbie knows her stuff she's also a nurse so she's completely qualified to…read moredo diabetic feet.. something the regular pedi places legally can't do. She does great work.

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I booked Serendipity to do my hair for my wedding a few weeks back. We got married at Bates Nut…read morefarm so this salon was very conveniently located . We were so happy with our experience with Melanie. She was so friendly and down to earth. She was so easy to talk to and really listened to what I asked for. We had a great "hair trial run" and I loved my hair. It turned out exactly the same for the day of and I was thrilled. My hair held the whole night and I loved it. My mom also got her hair done for the wedding and we were both so impressed. It is a very small, personal salon that was clean, quiet and professional. I would highly recommend Melanie from Serendipity for wedding hair or any type of hair cut/color. She was fabulous!

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Best pedicure and customer service I've received in and around San Marcos/Escondido. I showed up as…read morea walk in and was immediately welcomed and seated. They offered me a drink and made sure I was comfortable. The quality of the gel pedicure was fantastic as well. I've tried a ton of other places and never gone back, but will definitely go here for my next pedi.

So sad to have to write this review. I have been going there for years and always see Jenny. She is…read moregenuine, honest and kind. She has always treated me so well. The owner is nice and the young girl who answers phones and checks clients in. However after yesterday I will no longer be going back. I brought my best friend with me, it was her first visit there. She had Jimmy as her technician. When she asked if he could clean up around the nails and underneath, he threw a fit like a toddler would. He said he wasn't comfortable doing her nails, got a big attitude. Then I stepped in because my friend wasn't going to ask again. Well then Jimmy and I got into it. He called me a bitch, was so rude and unprofessional. I'm disappointed in how the owner reacted. Jimmy needs to be fired for his lack of professionalism. There was no solution to his poor behavior. Jenny is great and if she moves salons I'll see her again but I refuse to go back to a place that treats and allows their employees to act that way. There should have been a discount or something given for the poor experience. But nope nothing, $140 later for two sets of nails. Ridiculous lol

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Very nice people, very clean, nice massaging chairs. Annie did a wonderful job with my pedicure, I…read morereally enjoyed it. Thank you. I'll be back in a couple weeks :-)

Absolutely wish I could leave -5 stars. I received a…read morepedicure and the nail tech was so rough with my service which was hurting during the service. I left with a very sore toe and a few days later I ended up in the emergency room getting my infected toe drained. (Very painful experience by the way.) never again.

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I made an appointment online for a pedicure. It was easy to do. My appointment was scheduled with…read moreTracy. I enjoyed Tracy's outgoing personality. We chatted throughout my service. My pedicure was wonderful. I will definitely return again for another pedicure and I will try other available services at the Spa.

Another 5 star visit!…read more I did their Arnica message twice during my visit. I can't recommend it enough. I really felt the benefit of the Arnica cream. At other spas I usually get a CBD massage but I felt the benefits of the Arnica were more noticeable. Also, their staff does the best massages I've had. I really loved the salt water pool. You feel so great after spending time in it.

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Great service! I was able walk in and they took me right away. They did a spa pedicure and pink…read morefill with gel.

Called in for an mani pedi appointment for 2! Got seen…read moreright away, staff was so nice. Jenny did a great job with my pedicure French tip. Brian was amazing with my Cat eye manicure! Overall great experience and price.

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4.6(232 reviews)

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Anthony nailed my cut and color! I've been going to someone for several years but she recently…read moremoved too far away so began my hunt for someone new. I am so glad I found Anthony. He is kind, professional and gave me exactly what I wanted. Hope to continue to be his client for years to come!

I have been here years ago and was extremely happy! However, being out of the country, Im unable to…read morecome here as often as I would like. Yesterday, I was in a crunch and my mom was visiting and I was so pleased that Anthony was able to squeeze her in. Not only is he kind and professional, he did a fabulous job for her root touch up and color toning my mom's hair. She is extremely picky and said that Anthony exceeded her expectations. THANK YOU, Elements Salon and Anthony for consistently being so AMAZING!

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My daughter needed a touch-up. We made an appointment with Ashley. She did an AMAZING JOB! My kid looks gorgeous!!!

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4.6(91 reviews)

7.4 mi

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Extremely Disappointed…read more A Salon is as good as their Stylists. I have had my Stylist for over 13 years and I have followed her blindly and always will. I'm SUPER proud of Suzanna, she's now opened her new lil Studio in San Marcos and we are more than happy to support her on her new adventure. The reason I'm giving Che Bangs 1 star is because of how I was falsely given information about her availability by the actual Owner of the establishment, very disappointing as I also found out from other clients I referred to her where also having the same issue. For those of you who've had Suzanna as their Stylist or loved her work, I've attached a picture of her Business Card.

Highlights and layers were just right. Shannon got my color just right. Attractive salon, fun…read morestaff. I'll be back.

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I've been going to Mimi since before she had her own shop up here in Valley Center. The few times I've tried someone else, my fingers hurt for 3 days after, or my cuticles were bleeding. Mimi has the touch, she knows that no two people are the same. She also uses nothing but the highest quality products. read more

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i love mimi's nails i love tina, lily, mimi, and john i will definitely be coming back to this aaaaaaammmmmaaaaazzzzziiiiiinnnnnngggggg place yaaaaaaaaassssssssssss this is the new mcdonalds because i am lovin it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

John B.

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It is very good the lady Tina was very nice and took well care of me so I left a good tip.

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