We love these ladies. Fun and welcoming. The prices were the best in all of Danville. They were able to able to give us our special colors as well! read more

shes the best! tammy can do it fast and easy. The prices were the best in all of Danville. They were able to able to give us our special colors as well! read more

I have been going to this nail salon, probably since they opened. The owner is friendly, approachable and remembers you and your needs. They are a small business but yet, very organized and professional. I always look forward to being there and receiving top notch service. Thank you Modern Nails! (Charmaine, the one who got sick but is doing much better now) read more

Honestly, probably one of the longest lasting pedicures I've ever had there's almost always no wait for walk-ins and they're very friendly!

First time here...I have seen it many times on my way to the UPS drop off but never thought to try it as it looks a bit plain/hole in the wall-ish. I was desperate for a mani/pedi and they were open so I called and they were able to fit me in. Honestly, this was the best mani and pedi I have had in years and a good reminder to not judge a book by its cover. First of all, I loved how up front they were with their prices. They handed me a menu as soon as I sat down so I could choose exactly which pedi I wanted and then they didn't try to upsell me once I picked one. There were 5 spa pedi options ranging from $35-$75. I chose the middle of the pack option. There was a mud scrub, a lotion massage, a hot stone massage, and a paraffin wax treatment followed by a 10-15 min massage. It was heavenly!! My shellac mani was $35 and also had a fantastic massage. Michelle did the pedi and the nail color. Tammy did the mani prep and massage. A week later and my nails and toes still look great! Highly recommend! I can't wait for my next one! read more

Went in just to get my nails done and Tammy surprised me yet again with some amazing nails. Love them read more

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I have been here years ago and did not have a favorable impression, but since I was tight on time, and my first experience was quite some time ago, I gave them another chance. I am appalled at the service I received today and the way my nails look. I'm going back to another salon tomorrow to have the gel removed and nails redone. I told the tech I wanted them short. She nicer asked exactly what length and instead took the clippers and AGGRESSIVELY cut them practically down to the nub. When she painted the first coat of polish on, she asked if I liked it and I said no, that I'd like a 2nd different top color. She refused to accept my request and wouldn't do it. At the end, she showed me my (sh*tty) nails and asked what I thought. I told her exactly what I thought. What a joke. Will never go back. read more

Modern Nails - My thumb nail uneven and polish chipping off 30 mins after leaving the salon. - Nail Salons Near Me - Danville, California

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Tammy and staff are amazing. They made it through a tough covid and welcomed their customers back and smiles. We missed them and so happy they are back! They had a rough time fixing my dry, out of control nails, so thank you!!! read more

I love this place. I go to Tammy (the owner). She is fantastic. I am always short on time, so she does my nails super fast. My mani's last longer than any salon I've ever been too. I've taken my sister twice now when she was in town. She thinks the other gals are great too. Plus, they are open on Sunday!!! I highly recommend Modern Nails. read more

Stopped in for a gel nail removal. $10 and takes less than 15 minutes. Pauline did a great job and removing the gel without making my nails too thin or brittle. I was actually able to paint over them and they aren't as weak as if I had removed the gel at home. Recommend! read more

I usually love this place for acrylic, my favorite place whenever I come home from school. However, about 3 years ago the very first time getting gel done they started chipping a week later. Last weekend(on Saturday) I went back to them for gel, completely forgetting about my last experience. This time, the same thing happened. I've gotten gel before in my college home town and they had lasted at least 2.5 weeks before chipping. Like I said, I really like this place for acrylic and they give great hand massages but will not be going back for gel. read more

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Second time here today. Had a great experience. My first time, nobody was very chatty and they were all business. Maybe just having a rough day, but they still did an amazing job on my nails. My pedicure lasted a very long time (about a month, and hadn't chipped when I came in today. This is unheard of for my nails!) The setting is unassuming, tucked into the strip mall with the UPS Store, Lucky's, CVS, etc, and not fancy, but it's neat and clean with new looking chairs. No broken furniture, messes or strong ospita from nail stuff. Rose and Kim took very good care of me today. Rose is particularly sweet, and chatted with me. Both times I've been here they've taken their time to give me a really nice massage on both my legs and arms, along with oil, scrub and a hot towel rinse, all included. I tried out shellac today, and will see how it lasts on my hands. (I posted a picture of my right pink shellac). Looks great! Prices are reasonable and they are quick! In and out of here with completely dry nails in 45 minutes. I'll be back! read more

Modern Nails - #shinyandbright to combat the gloomy weather! - Nail Salons Near Me - Danville, California

Very nice people! And great service! Not to many nail colors though. But I still recommend this place to go. read more

Modern Nails - Thursday night - Nail Salons Near Me - Danville, California

Quick and speedy but when I treat myself to a pedicure I like to feel pampered. The nail tech's (Nancy) only interaction with me was to ask me to have a seat but I told her that I wanted to pick out my polish. I arrived 10 minutes early to my appointment so I could take my time selecting a color but I felt rushed. Start to finish was about 30-35 minutes. The length of the leg massage was ample (and VERY firm). I realized afterwards that one of my toenails was left with a sharp edge - no filing or smoothing down. I'm giving 4 stars for efficiency (if that's what your after), the staff seemed friendly and I was able to make a same-day appointment. read more

I have been going to my nail girls for 20 years. I'm very happy with this place. Everyone is friendly and I have brought my friends and the are happy too. Give them a try. Tammy the owner is awesome and cares that you are happy with your service. I'm a loyal customer. read more

I had to update my review after a bad experience today and it's not the first time. I took the day off of work and decided to go, completing forgetting that Friday and Monday are Cindy's day off. I had shellac and wanted to get it re-done. The lady trimmed my nails super short and did not shape them well - I looked and started shaping them myself to help fix it and she grew impatient - oh well! I did not hand over the emery board. She did not even put on the polish nicely - she was dabbing it which makes it blotchy. Then, they charged me an additional $5 to remove the shellac I had gotten there before. Why? Of course I'm doing to have to remove it to get another coat, so why charge extra? I can see if I was just removing it. I told the owner I didn't pay this before and she said they must've forgot to charge me correctly last time. One lady does the worst job at pedicures. I have gotten one from her and my husband. I have been going here for years and just had to put an honest review out there. The inconsistency is awful. If you go, I can only recommend Cindy and Wendy. read more

This place has terrible service and the workers are really rude. I was unaware that I could not leave a tip on my credit card, so they would not let me pay until I had cash for a tip. I didn't have cash on me so I had to drive home and come back because they yelled at me to go get cash. That is not acceptable. Also, they are way overpriced for the quality they provide. They are careless with your nails and toes. I made the mistake of coming here and I will not be back. read more

Modern Nails - This is an example of the bad quality. - Nail Salons Near Me - Danville, California

My favourite nail salon in Danville. I love Tammy, she is wonderful and does an amazing job. She has been taking care of me for 15+ years. I was very surprised to see the reviews on here because it is always great when I've been there, but I guess after many many years of being in business, it's not possible to please every single person. She's had a change of workers but what workplace doesn't.. doesn't bother me. I just know that Tammy is great and I will always support her for as long as I'm in living in the area. I will always recommend to anyone and everyone. Also wanted to share that they aren't super trendy, but they do a wonderful job of cleaning and painting your nails. The massage is always great too! read more

Went here awhile back they were rude and not friendly do better, no way too talk to you're customers.

I wish I can give a negative. I don't think I've ever given such a bad review before. I've been coming here on and off for years and never thought the owner was nice. It would be nice if owner would smile and say hi. But they did a decent job so I came when I was nearby. There are three salons I go to regularly depending on where I am. I do my nails very frequently. Last two times I have been here, they were disasters. Last time, I was in a rush. But to get us to stay, they said they could do it. They finished 30 minutes later which made me late for my movie. This time, worse. Told the lady not to cut my hangnail. She says yes to my face and cuts it. It hurt so bad that I yelled. Then I said, "why did you do that?" She replies, "I didn't understand you." So why say yes when you don't understand?? Then I ask her to put in sparkles after. Yes my fault for not telling them before the top coat but doing gel polish, it doesn't matter. You can simply put it on top. I've added sparkles on my own at home with the gel system and they stay fine. They tell me no and insisted that I could not. So I insisted back they they could. Just a horrible experience. Then when I paid, they charged me $8 more than usual. I questioned the fee and they said it was always the same. Paying $68 for mani pedi when it's normally $60. I really didn't want to leave a tip but what the heck, tip away. That's the last time they will see my money anyways. Buh bye. read more

Poor service and poor quality. Need I say more? I've been here a few times alone or with friends or family and each time it's a disaster. They do a really bad job with nails. I've been to a lot of nail salons so I've seen it all. I've also seen a customer get so angry that she walked out mid way through. There are way better places that are cleaner, have nicer employees, and do a much better job. It seems like the employees there are always in a bad mood. read more

My daughter and her friends went in to get pedicures and spent about $130 between 3 of them. After leaving we realized my daughter left her wallet outside the front while waiting for a ride. She called and asked if they would look outside on the bench where she was to look for it and they said no... that it's been too long since she left. She then called the restaurant next door and asked them to do a courtesy check since were 20 minutes away which they said absolutely, and sure enough found it right on the bench. Just brutal that they couldn't take 45 seconds to go check outside the front door. Won't give them another dime! read more

Great place, they take their time, my mom and I both go here. Just got my nails done today. They won't let you make appointments just walk in only. read more

Worst pedicure i have ever gotten. They didn't soak my feet in water, barely trimmed my toes, and was done in about 20 min. Not worth the money what so ever. Very disappointed. I asked her to pull my in grown toes out and she didn't and i asked 3 times and she still didn't. I will never be returning here awful service and awful pedicure read more

I hate to write this review since I have been coming here since high school (15 years). BUT every time I decide to get my nails done here, I have to get them completely redone and fixed somewhere else within a week. My mom used to come here as well. Last time I was in, Tammy (the owner) asked me why my mom is mad at her and doesn't come anymore. Well, after my last experience and spending $85 to get my nails fixed, I understand why. Tammy, as someone in the industry I have to tell you that the service is majorly lacking. Everyone rushes through an appointment doing a truly dismal job. I'm sorry Tammy, but you lost me too. I hope you can use this as constructive criticism, and do better in the future. Unfortunately I won't be there to find out. read more

DO NOT GO HERE - YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. If I could give zero stars, I would. They do not listen to directions at all and their customer service policy seems to be "act like you don't understand English when the customer complains." I will NEVER return to this nail salon. read more

Got my nails done here today. $15 for a French Manicure. It's a no frills shop in a older space. Not much cuticle to remove because my hands are that cuticle free? But I don't think this is a problem to me since some places have caused me pain from cuticle removal. She also offered to massage my arms and hands but I don't care for it. The station I was at only had one fan to dry and no ultraviolet machines in the shop. Just old fashioned fans. The pedi stations seemed difficult to get in and out of. Bottom line, I got what I wanted...a french manicure and nothing more. read more

This is no hoity toity nail salon but it is clean and reasonably priced with friendly service. I've been coming here for my gel pedicure ever since I moved back to the East Bay. Tammy and her staff are professional and do great nails! My gels last maybe a week -2 weeks on my hands depending but my toes will last up to 2 months sometimes which is great since I'm so busy it's really low maintenance. Just a little trim at home and I'm good to go! I don't always make an appointment but times I haven't I've waited so if you want to make sure to get in, I'd suggest calling read more

Still amazing even though they have been here for years. Always satisfied when I get my weekly manicure and pedicure with them. The shop is always clean. A+ in my book. read more

I love Modern Nails in Danville! Their work is beautiful and their service is top e notch. While other salons are cutting their services-such as moisturizing massages for arms, hands, lower legs and feet-Modern Nails has not. They make everyone feel special. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, their work is spectacular, their rates are unbeatable, so what are you waiting for?! read more

I went here by chance when a nail broke and was pleasantly surprised. Good prices and they did a great job. Definitely will be going back. Atmosphere isn't their strong suit but that's ok because their prices are very reasonable. read more

Defiantly recommend this place. Went here Friday on my lunch break and they took me right away. I had to go back today, due to a bad weekend. I broke 4 nails. Once again, they took me right away & fixed my nails free of charge! Thank you guys so much!! Can't go on vacation with broken nails read more

I've been here three times, and I have had a range of 5-star to 2-star experiences. So I'm giving this location 3-stars, for lack of consistency. The first two times I came here, I just got a pedicure. I received a spa pedicure on my first visit, which was a good, standard spa pedicure. As other reviewers have mentioned, they are not super chatty here, which could be good or bad, depending on your preference. Sometimes it could come off as rude and uninterested, but I often prefer a silent, relaxing experience, rather than having small talk with somebody I don't know during my "me time." During my first visit, I noticed that they offered the "pedicure only/color only" option, for about $5 less (doesn't include leg massage, etc.). I usually like to receive pedicures solely for the long-lasting, perfectly painted nails, so I liked this option. I got it on my second visit, which I believe was New Year's Eve last year. The wait wasn't long, and the pedicure lasted for weeks. I returned here for a manicure and pedicure last week ($30, good deal, especially since I'm used to Santa Barbara and LA prices) before a wedding. This is the first manicure I've had since my senior ball in high school! So 8ish years ago... The experience was fine, but I was really disappointed with the results of the painting job. My nails easily got messed up within minutes of leaving the salon (one might have been my fault, but I think the top cover coats they used just aren't as good anymore). I waited 15-20 minutes to let them dry, and I still had problems. Also, I had to remind them to let me pay before they painted my fingernails, which would've messed up my nails even more. Usually it's routine for salons to remind you of this, no? (I know I haven't had a manicure in awhile, but through observation of other salons when I get pedicures, this seems to be the case). I'll likely try a new place in the East Bay next time I am up here and in need of a nail job. read more

Been coming here a long time. Used to feel welcome and had great service but the last few years have been up and down. Owner isn't very friendly. She used to be so not sure what happened. Not happy with the way she does my nails as they are often angled weird. The other ladies are usually nice and do a good job but Tammy is unfriendly and moody. Searching for a new shop. I won't be going back. read more

I come here all the time. They never disappoint me! I'm a student and they always give me student discounts. This place is perfect if you just want a simple acrylic white tip set or if you have a picture of something you want them to do; they make my nails look amazing every time. read more

Modern Nails - Pink and white with glitter and rhinestones - Nail Salons Near Me - Danville, California

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I should have listened to my instincts and not gone in... but when I saw the lady use the tools, brushes and stones for my pedicure, rinse them off with water and then put them on her cart to use on the following person, I almost lost it. I pointed that out to the owner, who speaks good English. She said at the end of the day they sterilize everything. I told her that she must know that is a health code violation and everything needs to be sterilized or thrown away between clients. Suddenly she pretended that she couldn't speak English. Gross... read more

I'm am greatly sorry to give this nail salon a one-star rating. Actually... I am not sorry at all. The service in this place is absolutely horrible. Every single lady inside this nail salon ASKS for a tip when you are done. Which is one, unbelievable rude. And two, very unprofessional. Here is a story of my experience; I was going to get my acrylic nails removed and painted regularly. One of the ladies decides to sit me down and take off my acrylic nails using the foil and cotton method. Then she told me she would be back in a minute. After 40 minutes, she still hasn't returned. She actually never returned at all. Some other lady had to remove them but when she went to remove the foil, the cotton was stuck onto my fingernails and it burned uncontrollably. I was going to have them repainted like I said but it took to long to get all the cotton and my acrylics off. After they were removed I decided to keep my nails unpainted. The charge was supposed to be $10 but since I wasn't going to tip they added $5, making my total $15. First of all, they should never ask for tips. Second, they shouldn't have charged me at all! Unbelievable. I have never written a yelp review before but I thought this was needed. read more

I've been here twice and thought they did a great job on my mani pedi. Today I was especially happy that my daughter and I could get right in on homecoming dance day! I like that they don't take appts because sometimes my day gets crazy. The place isn't particularly fancy but the staff is pleasant and the massages were a good amount of time! I'd go back in a second! read more

Modern nails is a great place to go if you want a last minute manicure or pedicure. Although the information above says they take credit cards, I was told they don't. I had to run over to Lucky's to pull cash out (the US Bank across the street wasn't open). Make sure you bring cash with you. read more

I had my nails done here today and I asked them to take off my old acrylic tips because they had almost grown out. The lady taking them off SPLIT my middle nail on my left hand. It started bleeding and half the nail was hanging off. The lady that did it took my hand and said that it was ok when it obviously wasn't. If you are a high school student coming here for the $20 special, don't bother. They charge $5 to take off your old acrylics and $5 more just for the clear gel coat they put on the end. They use white plastic tips and clear powder over that so if you're looking for more of an opaque white look, go to a different salon. They make you walk around the salon with your bare feet to move from the pedicure station to the nail station. There was no water for their customers and they only pay attention to you once you leave a nice tip. 1/5 stars and will never be coming back again. read more