N.C. Nails

3.9 (205 reviews)

ModerateNail Salons, Massage, Waxing

Closed • 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

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I absolutely love NC Nails! 10/10. The quality is always amazing, and my nails last long. They have great prices and I especially recommend John and Natalie--they do such a great job and always makes sure my nails are always taken care. I definitely recommend NC Nails if you're looking for good quality for the BEST prices in San Diego!

Good price and decent service and nice people. I got new nail extensions + powder. I know the extensions will be trimmed next time, but meanwhile they do not look very clean and firmed glued to my nails. There is a gap that get messy underneath. Overall, they are fine.

always fit you in. workers are so kind and quick but do a great job. the prices are amazing.

I love this salon!! Great service and they are quick. Always love my nails, John does great :)

Fire amy she is so bad. everyone else there is good except her and she made my nails 3 times shorter than I wanted them and they are SO thick it's hard to do literally anything

Hands down the BEST nail salon in north county. I've been a regular here for almost 1.5 years. They are kind, clean, quick and professional with prices you cannot beat. Trust me, I've been to many salons in the area. Every time Linda does my nails they are perfect. John, Ben and the rest of staff are wonderful too. Their waxer (I can't remember her name) is VERY good and the only person I trust with my brows. Thank you NC for making me look good!

I love this place! They are so kind and talkative. They do such a great job on my nails and I will be coming back soon!

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Becca L.

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5 years ago

Unfortunately I am giving this business a poor review. They overbooked and had us waiting over 30 minutes even though we made an appointment. read more

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Norma F.

3 years ago

Great service and reasonable prices ! Natalie and the rest of the staff are all so nice .

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Dana B.

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5 years ago

John is amazing! He does a great job everytime and I am always so happy with his work. Highly recommend. Great job and very gentle. He always does the exact design I want read more

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Lauren G.

4 years ago

John does a fantastic job with my nails every time! I can bring in any picture and he will recreate it for me. I am always so happy with my nails and even more happy with the price. I highly recommend NC Nails! read more

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Andrea W.

4 years ago

I love this place, but be warned they are busy! Probably because of the good price and quality. Call ahead for appointments because you might be waiting a little bit if not. John did my Pride nails today and it was a bit of an adventure deciding colors. $35 later I'm happy with my nails. read more

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Marcus S.

6 years ago

John was the BEST nail person I've ever seen work thank you so much for the awesome customer service definitely making this my go to place great staff and service!! read more

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Madison W.

6 years ago

NC NAILS IS THE BEST! I showed them such a complicated nail design and they did it so well!!!!! John did the best and I will always come back here. I love it!! Definitely go to NC nails! read more

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Lisa M.

3 years ago

Several other salons in town were too busy for appointments so I made a quick 10 min drive to NC Nails. They did not disappoint! Natalie did a wonderful job on my pedicure and another lovely person worked on my manicure. 5 stars! Fantastic experience. read more

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Mika S.

5 years ago

If you need a full set of acrylics this is the place to go to! I have been loving my two recent set of nails from "The nail master John" (my nickname for him) and cannot recommend him enough. I am very picky at where I get my nails done and really pay attention to the technique of not only the nail polish application but the prep work of the actual acrylic. I always get so many compliments on my nails and John always executes my visions perfectly. read more

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Kallie A.

Elite 22

4 years ago

I was looking for a new place to get my nails done and stumbled across N.C. Nails. John is incredible, my acrylics easily would have lasted over three weeks (but I needed a fill) and looked amazing. I will never go anywhere else. They are very reasonably priced and friendly. read more

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H B.

5 years ago

Amazing job with acrylics. Jon did such a great job and he's thorough and actually makes sure you like the nails every step of the way. Love the job done here! read more

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Brooke D.

3 years ago

my friend and I got our nails done by John and Natalie yesterday and we LOVE them!!! they looked just like the pictures we brought in and such reasonable prices, and they stayed an hour past closing to finish them. 100% recommend! read more

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Sawyer H.

10 years ago

I walked in without an appointment, Mimi was very welcoming!! It was my first time and I was very pleased. I will be back. Thank you Mimi for being so attentive & taking care of me. read more

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Gail L.

3 years ago

I have had many dip polishes done on my nails and it's a process that takes some time and practice. Although very nice the person who did my nails had little knowledge of what he was doing. My nails are lumpy, I have missing polish on the corner of one of my nails, they are way to thick, and the top coat has bubbles. Honestly they look like I did them myself instead of a professional. I couldn't be more disappointed and especially with the price I paid to get them done. And then they rushed me out of the chair to get the next person in while I was attempting to put my shoes on. The reason for getting the two stars is the salon was clean and the people seemed very nice other wise a goose egg. Would I go back - no! In fact as soon as I can I will go someplace else to have my nails redone! read more

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koty r.

5 years ago

I love my nails!They are very sweet and professional at NC nails!10/10 recommend! Their prices are so reasonable and they do an amazing job! read more

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Randi H.

8 years ago

This place hires manicurists who do not have licenses the poor girl did not even know how to make my nails the same length! And when I asked to see her license, they scrambled for a long time and I think they brought me someone else's because the names didn't even match. I was having a gel mani and she used regular nail polish ! When I kept trying to explain to her that she wasn't using the color I chose (as well), she didn't understand and the manager took over. Then the manager explained to me that the gal really needed a job.... read more

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11 years ago

Open on Sunday...Yay. I got a eyebrow wax and a pedicure and both were good. The technician was a little rough and didn't seem to speak or understand English so I was kind of concerned about what I was signing up for. Fortunately I received the base manicure which is what I wanted. He did use rubber gloves during the pedicure which always bothers me. Doesn't feel the same. I guess I get it though. I wouldn't want to be touching anyone's feet either. The main draw to this place to me is the Sunday hours. And they have plenty of choices of the bright orange that I always wear. A lot of shops don't carry it. So this will be on my pedicure rotation. read more

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Alexis G.

299

3 years ago

Closed even though there hours are listed as open on Sunday late afternoon. Would have liked my nails done.

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Theresa F.

3 years ago

Call and ask for Jade for waxing! She's done my Brazilians for more than 10 years and is great! They're very reasonably priced at $35 and you can also get a great mani/pedi from her while you're there. Jade is great! read more

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Reese J.

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Got the pleasure to meet Mimi. She does amazing work, pays attention to detail and confirms her work along the way. Great multi-tasker, handles her business well, deals with difficult customers with a smile. I would definitely visit again. read more

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Kaylie S.

5 years ago

Amazing! This place is the best nail salon in Encinitas! They are always so kind and do my nails beautifully each time. These nails turned out so good and I am so happy with the quality of service. read more

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Sascha P.

5 years ago

I have been coming here for a while, and John is the best! He always takes him time and my nails turn out perfect every time. read more

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Patricia S.

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11 years ago

Amazing Pedicure with Lee today! Met lady at forum who shared this place with me so Grateful I'll see you again soon Lee Thanks Again read more

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Maddie M.

5 years ago

This was such an amazing experience. They did a wonderful job on my nails and were very gentle and safe. Ask for John he is the best! read more

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Grace L.

3 years ago

this place was so awesome, my nails have never looked better and the prices were great! John was so kind and he definitely knew what he was doing! read more

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Emily C.

5 years ago

Everyone was very nice and the salon was cleanly. Prices were very reasonable. The finished product was not the best dip/ gel manicure I've gotten. Not horrible but a little lumpy and thick looking. read more

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Elizabeth C.

4 years ago

This place is filthy! Dirty, unhygienic and they reuse all the files. I saw them reuse clippers without cleaning them. Shame on them. I would NEVER come back here. read more

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Emma B.

5 years ago

I loved these nails! John made them look exactly like the photo I showed him, and they are very affordable too! Highly recommend read more

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Amanda G.

4 years ago

I have come here a few times. The first few were pretty good, but then I came in for a acrylic fill and my nails were lumpy. The shape was all off too. I asked for square but a little rounded and they looked horrible. read more

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Lee V.

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8 years ago

Always good! Yan and Natalie are both great nail techs, and the price is great. The gel polish stays nice for at least two weeks. It's better to make an appointment, but they can usually take you as a walk-in. read more

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Amanda A.

6 years ago

I haven't had the chance to take a really great picture to show the amazing work of John on my acrylic gel Ombré, but let me tell you; he took his time and showed me what a REAL coffin shape is on my nails (mine were butchered) . Natali did a fantastic job on my gel pedicure and my massage. Thank you to the very sweet and attentive staff at N.C. Nails read more

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Chelsey R.

5 years ago

This is my favorite nail salon I've ever come across. Excellent staff, service and prices! Go to John for all your acrylic nails, he absolutely kills it! read more

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Emma G.

4 years ago

getting my nails done here was so nice it was so fast and they have stayed on longer thank any other nails! not to mention he slayed the design i asked for!! read more

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Kimberly S.

4 years ago

I have gotten my nails there quite often, and have been extremely satisfied, yet not today. I had an appointment, arrived 5 minutes early, and no one acknowledged me. The owner was at the check-in desk, and I gave her my name and appointment time, and she walked away. I sat down waiting 15 minutes, and still no one greeted me. Very rude, and I will never go there again! read more

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Bella B.

5 years ago

If you are looking for detailed designs/nail art, go to John. I highly recommend him! He did an astounding job, he took his time, and was so sweet. read more

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Julie K.

6 years ago

I LOVE this place and Yan and the rest of staff are fabulous! Yan has remembered me every time I come in for a pedi even though it has been years since she has serviced my needs. They are thorough, kind, prices are great and by far, this is the longest-lasting pedicure I have ever gotten. I keep coming back because it lasts almost a month or more! I have not had a bad experience here, ever and have never witnessed poor service or an upset client. Check them out, you'll love it! read more

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Ashleigh B.

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7 years ago

I went to this place on Friday to get a manicure and pedicure. There were many things that were not good about this place at all. They did my pedicure first and made me wait an hour while they did everyone else that came in after me and then did my manicure. For the manicure, it looks ok but they did not fix my cuticles when I asked them to. The WORST thing was that their machines and practices were very unsanitary. I got athlete's foot from going to their business. I've never gotten athlete's foot before and I strongly recommend not going here for pedicures. read more

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Sophal T.

6 years ago

I love the service of my acrylics from Jon and Linda 5 weeks still looking good read more

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Christina F.

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6 years ago

Today I went to NC nails and had John do my acrylic nails, he was amazing!! The prices were unbeatable and the quality was amazing. They use high quality gel polish too. read more

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Taylor W.

6 years ago

First time going and Staff was super nice, John did an acrylic set really nicely and I love the design read more

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257 N El Camino Real
Ste C
Encinitas, CA 92024
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(760) 942-0682
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Hours

What time does N.C. Nails open?

N.C. Nails opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does N.C. Nails close?

N.C. Nails closes at 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.N.C. Nails closes at 6:30 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 7:30 PMSun 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Payment methods

Does N.C. Nails take credit cards?

Yes, N.C. Nails takes credit cards.

Services

Is N.C. Nails by appointment only?

No, N.C. Nails is not by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does N.C. Nails have bike parking?

Yes, N.C. Nails has bike parking.

Does N.C. Nails have parking?

Yes, N.C. Nails has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does N.C. Nails have free WiFi?

Yes, N.C. Nails has free WiFi.

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Specialties

North County's finest nail's at an affordable price.

History

Established in 1992.

Rejuvenate your personal appearance with nail or spa services provided by the staff of N.C.'s Nails in Encinitas, California. With more than 20 years of experience, all our technicians are certified and extremely affordable. We offer spa and nail services for the entire family. Our friendly environment allows you to relax and de-stress in relaxed, friendly place filled with people you know. We've been in the North County area for more than 20 years, and we were the first nail shop located in this area. Our loyal clientele is able to attest to our dedication and affordable prices.

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Amy D.

3 years ago

I came here a few times before, and I usually have Nancy take care of my nails, and I always have great experience. But today was a whole other level of experience. I took my friend to treat her to her birthday. Before we get sitted. I went to their restroom, and when I came out, I saw a huge mouse under their lunch table, biting on a used buffer. There were 3 small silver trash bins, one was a bit open, and I saw many used files and buffers in there. I am hoping they are not reusing those ones on their customers. So gross and unsanitary!! I will not be back!!! The tech worked on my nails was Lili or Lily. She was awful. She not only cut me in a few places, she painted all over my skin. She did a pinching motion to massage me, and oh boy, it hurts!!! My friend also had a bad experience with her technician. Her lady rushed through her pedicure so fast and went to the next customer. I think her pedicure lasted about 14-16 mins. We can't relax because the other technicians in the salon were speaking loudly and laughing at something. It was a hectic, disappointing experience. Mouse, reused files/buffers and got cut. I came home and removed my polish from today because it was uneven and all over my skin. read more

Terry F.

8 years ago

I wish I could give Yan 10 stars! First of all, she's an artist. She is also such a professional expert and has such an incredible understanding of nail aesthetics. We spoke about the three components of applying false nails- the application of the acrylic/gel, the nail filing/shaping, and the final step- colored polish. She absolutely aced every step! She is my favorite nail tech that I've ever been serviced by over the years. She's also such a sweetheart and very friendly. I've been here a few times, but I'd especially recommend her to anyone who's interested in getting their nails done. She's always improving and working on her game, and -that growth mindset will take her far in the industry. overall- I was very impressed by her knowledge and immaculate execution. She's well rounded and I'll be visiting her for ALL of my nail needs. who cares about the facility when the service by Yan is worth so much more than she charges?? The prices are very reasonable and budget friendly. -what I asked for: a natural nail shape and a color matching my skin tone -what I recieved: a natural nail shape tailored to my fingers + hand shape, and a color perfectly tailored to my undertone. read more

Mark D.

3 years ago

First and foremost, the owner here is rude and obnoxious! Natalie or Kim messed up our appointment every time! Stop answering the phone if you can't take down the appointment properly!!! We sometimes waited 30 minutes or more because she didn't write or forgot whose appointment to take down. Her husband John also messed up our appointment many times. He would ask us to wait for 5 mins, then another 5 mins, ended up to be 30 minutes to 45mins. Sad to realize we will never come back! They really need to hire a cleaner or do a deep cleaning before and after the salon open. It's super dirty!!! The spa chairs are full of dusty and powdery from the fake nails they drill, and the spa chairs jet are disgusting with broken parts that cut my wife feet. Most of the staff are rude and seem to bad mouth the guests, except the young lady who speaks English very well and only works on the weekends, wish we got her name. She has only been working there for a short time. She did an amazing job on my wife pedicure, gel manicure, and facial. Thank you for making our last visit so relaxed and lovely!!! read more

June F.

3 years ago

I took my mom and sister in law here for our birthday celebration. Amy did my gel manicure and pedicure. And I can't remember the other two ladies who worked on my sister in law and my mom. My sister is half Vietnamese, half Indian. Amy was speaking Vietnamese the whole time we were there with her colleagues. Laughing and having a food time, I was actually happy to see how happy they were at work. After we left is when I found out she was making fun of an elderly customer in the salon. From what my sister in law said, they were all talking so much shit about the elderly customer. Things I will not want to repeat on here. However, my family, friends, and I will never support this business!!! And we will never be back!!!! Shame on them for making fun of customers!!! What is so funny about hurting someone else!!! Shame on you!!! You're a disgusting human being for making fun of an elderly lady!!! read more

anna g.

11 years ago

I just moved to North County and have been in search for a new nail salon. After a few disappointing trials at other nail salons I am happy to say I finally found my go to place! For me customer service is such a big factor in determining my loyalty to an establishment. Here at NC nails I was greeted immediately and offered a cup of coffee(Keurig yay) and given the newest issue of "people". Another plus was the selection of colors and variety of brands. I am partial to OPI or Orly which they had both. Very clean and they played pandora in the background. The owner(I am assuming he was the owner) was present and very friendly. You could tell he takes pride in his establishment. A basic pedi will run you $19 while a gel mani will run you $25. Super reasonable! read more

Danielle S.

12 years ago

My husband is in the military so i have moved quite a bit in the past 5 years and i have to say this salon is in the top 3 ive ever been to. I walked in on a saturday with hopes of getting a mani-pedi at any point that day and the manager, Yen, while working, shuffled her day just enough to fit me in 10 minutes after walking in the door. I thought she had rescheduled another client to fit me in, which is understandable, but it ends up she didnt take her lunch in order to take care of me. On top of that, she did a great job and left me with complimentary cuticle oil out of her pocket to upkeep my brittle nails. I cant say enough good things about this salon. I will never go anywhere else as long as im in san diego. read more

Cindy S.

3 years ago

I came for the first time on Saturday to NC's Nails to get a pedicure/ manicure. The pedi/mani was OK, not that great. However, I discovered a diamond in this place, Nancy!!! She did my facial, omgoodness what a gift!!! She was so knowledgeable and so great to talk to. She also lifted and tinted my eyelashes. She was honest about the Lash extension process and maintaining, which I appreciate so very much. She explained carefully about all the options I have to choose from, the pros and cons of each service. She's so helpful, knowledgeable, passionate, and kind from the beginning. I already thank her a billion times, but I wanted the world to know how much I appreciate this beautiful woman I have met this week!!!! read more

Jennifer V.

3 years ago

I called and made an appointment to see Nancy. The owner said she was there, but when I arrived, Nancy wasn't there. They insisted someone else can wax for me. I was a bit skeptical, but since I am already there, I will give it a try. Omgoodness, it was a mistake!!! The tech burned one of my brows and part of my lip. She kept apologizing, I asked her if I could see her esthetician license. She refused to show me her license and walked away. I told someone working at the front desk of my experience, and they kept speaking to one another without acknowledging my concerns. I paid and left without wanting to be there any longer. The experience was awful!!! Do not have people here wax you!!!! read more

Emy S.

3 years ago

The service here was awful!!! They spoke in Vietnamese to poke fun at the clients. I am a business owner and value and worship my clients. And yet, the people here are mean and rude!!! My techs were Ckin (chin) and Linda. They were spoken harshly at one of client before me. They were laughing and poking fun at the client weight. I am there to relax, not to listen to their gossip and unkindness towards others. So unprofessional and rude!! It was definitely an unpleasant experience for sure. read more

Ariana B.

10 years ago

This is the first time I come here and I loved it my sisters and mother sent me here and this is going to be where I come to get my nails done again! John was my nail tech. And he did an amazing job he even stayed an hour after they were already closed I seriously am in love with my nails Nataly was also an amazing help in choosing my nail color. They were both great people and made me feel comfortable not like all other nail places! read more

Vanessa H.

3 years ago

Awful place to come!!! It's beyond dirty. There are bugs/roaches crawling in the restroom and on the walkway. They have some small trash can labeled "trash," but those trash can contain reused files/buffers and toes separators. I can't believe I have been going here for the last two years. No, thank you!!!! Please clean your salon. Unsanitary is not a great way for business to thrive! read more

Kim H.

3 years ago

I was here over the weekend with my girlfriends, I had an awful pedicure from one of their tech. She cut me and didn't even acknowledge or clean it properly for me. I was still bleeding when I got home. However, my friend had Nancy, and she said it was one of the best pedicures she had. So, not everyone here is bad. The restroom had some bugs crawling around, gross! read more

Michael M.

1165

13 years ago

My wife brought me here against my will for my first pedicure.. I've got to say I was very impressed with how relaxing the service was and I will be back. The owners are very friendly and made me feel comfortable right away. I don't know how often I will do this service but I will be back. read more

Judy E.

3 years ago

Awful service came in for a pedicure manicure and waited for almost an hour and a half. The owner keep saying someone will be with me, but it take them 1hrs 30mins. The lady did my nails cut me and didn't acknowledge or put any ointment. Never coming back!!! The place is dirty!! read more

Martha G.

2 years ago

Awful services and dirty tools were used!!! The girl did my toes with color filled to my skin and didn't bother to it clean up, never coming back!!! Would not recommend this place!!! Its super hot and smells strong acrylic. read more

Sofia C.

3 years ago

Today I got my nails done by John at NC nails and he did so good and he was really sweet and gave me exactly what I wanted and he did the moon nail very well! read more

Frank H.

3 years ago

Do Not have proper license to do waxing or other services!!! Need to clean and sanitize the salon properly!!! Stop talk shit about the customers coming in. read more

Susan H.

2 years ago

do not come here!!! they are filty and unsanitary!!! prices are cheap for a reason!!! cuticles nipper still have other people skin on it!!! unsanitary read more

Priscilla R.

3 years ago

I highly recommend John and Natalie! They are great, super friendly and he did an awesome design in my nails. I can't be more happy. Thank you!! read more

Emilia A.

2 years ago

Overall amazing service I go here all the time and the people are always very sweet to me. Every nail idea i've had they've done it perfectly ! read more

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