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    Nails By Holly

    3.7 (71 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Nails By Holly

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    Kasey E.

    I had Chao do an amazing g job on my nails! Tina did an amazing job on my pedi also!!!!!! Highly recommend!!!!!!

    Missing spots and all over her hand. Two year old. They didn't even do what she wanted!

    My daughter came in to get white gel nails with glitter polish on top. The lady told her no and did glitter only not looks like a two year old did it! It's over the skin and some of the nail not even painted! So disappointed. I called and went off. They need to listen to the customer! Update: I called and yelled (mommy mode) anyways came back got it fixed the lady that answered phone apologized and offered to redo it. She didn't do what she wanted in the end but it's getting done now. Hopefully without missing spots along the sides or all over her fingers

    I'm so happy with the results. I found my new fav nail spot!
    Amber S.

    Love them so much! Friendly staff, relaxing place and lots to choose from. Price is also good

    Christina made my cuticles look awful.
    Georgia T.

    Walked in, requested full set with acrylic. She told me to pick a colour 3 times when I had to repeat myself multiple times. I asked for pink and white with glitter in the white powder. Christina had no idea what I was talking about and handed me nail polish that looked like a disco ball. I asked for my nails to be almond shaped, short and with a thin white tip. She did not give me a thin white nail tip. One of my thumbs is wavy from the acrylic she put on me. Very unwelcoming as well. Everytime I tried to make conversation with me she kept looking at me like I was annoying her. I remained quiet even til the end. Everyone else was welcomed very warmly. Don't know if it's because I have a lot of tattoos or not. But I will NEVER go here anymore.

    Poor quality "French tip"
    Olivia O.

    This place was recommended to me by a coworker and I am more than unhappy, I am LIVID. I wanted a simple French tip and not only are all the lines f**ked up and uneven, but she didn't get close enough to my cuticles with the base color and it looks like my nails have already grown out for a week!! Worst experience I've had by far when it comes to nail salons. F this place. I regret tipping them.

    Dry cuticles.
    Tyana P.

    Pedicure was alright, she took her time painting my toes, but when she had to do some re-filing and fixing a broken nail I could tell she was getting a little tired. When she painted my nails, they did not come out well. The top coat she used created a lot of ridging. Plus the brish on that polish was MAJORLY SHAGGY. Planned on coming back for a gel mani, but after the paint job on my nails with polish, I don't know if I trust them doing my gel. I like my gel to be perfect! Since it's permanent for about 2 in a half weeks. I get it. Polish can't be perfect! But actually it can, when I take my time and clean up the edges. If someone was paying me to do their nails, I would really take my time making the polish as close to perfect as I can get. I've had good experiences where a nail tech will take her time.

    Awesome job by Chau
    Paulina E.

    Another marvelous job by my one and only tech Chau!!! Love her work, always wait to make sure she does my nails. Always happy with her work thanx hon.

    I hate these   I called b4 I came in cuz I drove frm far away they told me $20 then I get to the salon & they want  34 big mistake
    Super M.

    I highly recommend not to go there I called and they quoted me 22 at got to the place and they said 34 I kept telling the lady that my nails were crooked she said she would fix him at the end she never fix them it took them an hour and a half and I still don't like my nails then she kept trying to tell me to switch colors I really discussed made a mistake by coming to this place I should have stuck with my original please don't chance it it's not worth it

    Almond acrylics

    Really enjoyed my experience here, it was clean, Covid friendly and my nails came out amazing. Everyone was very friendly and Holly did everything to make sure I loved my nails. I highly suggest checking this place out for your next mani and/or pedi

    Nancy's nail design.
    Hollister H.

    I've been going to this nail salon for 11 years. I'm not sure why it took me so long to write a review. I'm am very particular with my nails. My go to for a pedicure is Nancy. She is awesome. I love how she cleans and designs my nails. She gives me these foot massage that put me to sleep along with that massage chair. Chau does my manicure. She always knows what I want and how I want my nails. I've gone through my design phases with her since my mid 20s. I've tried other nail salons between the 11 years because I've moved farther away from this nail salon but no one does my nails like how I like them (Chau & Nancy). No matter how much farther away I live I've always returned to Nails by Holly.

    First time coming here and I'm very satisfied. Love it alot thanks to Holly!

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    The ladies there are professional and conscientious. I've been going to Nails by Holly for many years now.

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    I love coming here every 2-3 weeks! I usually get acrylic nails and they last a good while!

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    The lady who did my toes cut my toes uneven and she cracked my toes and made my big toe swell. I will not be returning to this shop.

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    I've been going to Nails by Holly for over 10 years. The ladies are always kind & do a good job!

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    The woman giving me a pedicure cut the skin on my toes. It's still burning and painful 2 hours later. Beware!

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    Lele's Nails & Spa - Stepdaughter's mani and pedi!

    Lele's Nails & Spa

    (172 reviews)

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    Long story short had an issue with the nail technician that was available. She was already in a…read moresassy rude mood and she ended up not understanding what it is. I wanted and got frustrated and then handed me off to Anne who did an effy job. I told the Insta picture and what it is I wanted. She didn't really give me what I wanted so to say, and on top of that, they were just a bunch of bumps and ridges all over and she didn't file them down I had mentioned to her she can reapply or at least file it down and she said that she did and I saw her try to do that at least, but it seemed like she was a bit new so to say just from looking at her work. Overall experience for me was horrible but if you are looking for someone who does know how to do nails and is really good with designs and shaping definitely ask for Amy. my sister ended up booking with Amy and she did a terrific job as you can see her nails getting done by her ( red sleeves).

    The owner Julia set up an appointment for me with Amy who did a wonderful job. Amy was very fast,…read moreefficient, and neat and deserves all the praise she gets. The whole process (from removing my previous gel-x tips to applying hard gel to the design) took about an hour and twenty minutes. Pictures unfortunately don't do justice on how delicate and pretty she drew the designs. I will definitely be going back for Amy's work and I greatly appreciate Lele's nails for reaching out with the complimentary service.

    SOPHIA NAILS & SPA - Before November ends, make sure you've treated yourself to amazing nail art!  Our salon is the perfect place to relax and feel pampered.

    SOPHIA NAILS & SPA

    (249 reviews)

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    Sophia Nails and Spa is truly the best nail salon I have ever been to. The space itself is warm,…read morewelcoming, and beautifully cozy, creating such a relaxing experience from the moment you walk in. Every member of the staff is kind and attentive, which makes each visit feel special. I always see Emily for my manicures, and she has never once disappointed me. She has been doing my nails for over a year now, including my engagement and wedding nails, and her work is nothing short of exceptional. Emily is incredibly talented, detail-oriented, and truly passionate about what she does. What I appreciate most is how much she genuinely cares about her clients. She always wants you to leave completely happy, and even when I'm unsure of what I want, she comes up with beautiful ideas that I end up loving every time. All of the photos I've included are her work, and they speak for themselves. If you visit this salon, you truly can't go wrong with anyone on the team--but I highly, highly recommend Emily.

    I have to say this was the worst nail salon experience I've had in years…read more The technician did not properly file or shape my nails, and several of my fingers were cut during the process, which was both painful and concerning. When removing my old gel, she relied heavily on an e-file and went far too close to my natural nails, despite me specifically asking her not to. That request was ignored. Additionally, my cuticles were never properly addressed before the gel application. When I pointed this out, I was told that the product she was using works "backwards" and that cuticles could be handled after applying hard gel, which does not align with standard nail prep and felt dismissive. The service overall felt rushed and incomplete--no finishing care like a massage was provided. Between the poor technique, lack of communication, and disregard for my requests, I will not be returning and would not recommend this salon.

    AO Nails - Poway - Manicure & Selfie Wall

    AO Nails - Poway

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    Called ahead to see if they had any availability for a regular pedi and gel mani. I was able to get…read morein and be seen within 25 minutes. I was looking to try gel x but after talking with Tiffany she recommend hard gel to keep my regular nail and build from there. It was perfect because I didn't need the additional length. I typically do square but a nail had broken and she asked if it would be okay to reshape. I'm so happy that we did that. This shape feels more natural than the square. I also saw the artwork she had up at her station and asked if she could do a Valentine's design. I think she did a great job and I would be happy to come in again! I had another shop I was loyal to but the quality had been declining and I decided to try out AO Nails. I'm so happy that I decided to give this shop a try. I've found my new go to nail spot. This place is clean, bright and airy and the decor is too cute. Definitely check them out for quality nail care.

    I was excited to try out this new local nail spot in Poway based on the reviews, and the fact that…read morethey advertise as being able to do hard gel nails. First, the positives, I was able to make an appointment the day before, and was seen a few minutes after my appointment time. The color options are phenomenal and there's a lot to choose from. Unfortunately, my nails did not look great after my service. They were uneven and had multiple, small air bubbles throughout. Immediately after my service I was asked by a friend if I had done my nail's myself. For $65, I would prefer my nails to look professionally done. Particularly jarring, as my service ended I lifted up my arm to see a toenail sized finger nail belonging to someone else attached and embedded into my forearm. One, it's pretty gross to have another persons nail stuck to you for an hour, and two, it genuinely made me question the sanitation in place. This was not a small nail, and a quick wipe down between customers would have taken care of the issue-- so what other corners are being cut? Within a few days each nail had chipped at the tips, with my pointer finger having a small corner of the nail itself come off completely. I left for a vacation the day after my service and did receive a text a few days after (unprompted) letting me know I was still within my 7 days policy of getting the nails fixed, but at that point I was out of the country. I'm not sure if this is just an industry standard in 2026, but there isn't really a "manicure" aspect here either-- no cuticle care, or real foundational nail care before or after applying polish. Just a very rough removal of the previous layers and a new coat of hard gel/polish. For the price, I would have liked to receive a fundamental manicure prior to polish. But, on this point, I will do my due diligence to inquire what's included in the service before booking future nail appointments elsewhere. My final point of contention is that my nail tech inquired about my personal life (totally fine, and encouraged! I love to chat), but then made an unwarranted and rude comment in response to my answer. I hesitated to include this part of my review because sometimes misunderstandings happen--but it didn't really feel like a conversation and more like a size up of a stranger that left me feeling uncomfortable. I don't typically leave reviews, unless I can support and encourage a small business, but between the stray nail, the conversation, and the longevity/quality of the work done, this moment has been sitting on my mind in the almost two weeks since my appointment.

    La Belle Nail Boutique - Thank you for my beautiful nails!

    La Belle Nail Boutique

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    Scripps Ranch

    The salon is clean. Gives me this calm and relaxing feelings. Doesn't have the terrible smell other…read moreplaces do. They feed me coffee too! ^_^ Niki done all my nails. Her works are very detailed, coming from a very picky person. I love how she's able to do exactly what I want every time. She's simply the best! Howie is also a master too. You can tell right away from watching him work. Lisa and Kim are always so smiley and welcoming. Overall, I'm very happy with this place. I dont have any reasons to go anywhere else.

    Had a very bad experience here! The receptionist lady is…read morevery rude. The nail technicians don't even talk to you. They just look down and do their job. No smile is seem here. The customer service well, it's not here. Nail tech acted like she was better than everyone else in the salon. What the heck? Tunnel -5. I should've dismissed that and walked out in the elevator, but I didn't. But 10 minutes when I was sitting into the chair, I did walk out after talking to the nail technician because..... This salon will book you an appointment. Then when you go in, they will tell you that their appointments are not like normal salons, their appointments are timed. You cannot even get foot scrub on your feet unless you specifically tell them or specifically ask for longer appointments. When I called, I had no clue. I've never been here before. No one told me this. I sat down in the chair and asked for a foot scrub on my heals. They told me they don't have time to do that the appointment time is not available. Who goes to get a pedicure and don't have their feet scrubbed. That is totally ridiculous. They didn't even tell me when I called that their appointments were timed. I told them OK. Well this appointment is not right for me. I will go somewhere else that I can have foot scrub on my heals. I got up and left. I'm not wasting my time or my money.

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    Kim Nails and Lash

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    Scripps Ranch

    Stopped in for a last-minute pedicure and they were able to take me right away, which I really…read moreappreciated. Rachel did my pedicure and I couldn't be happier with the results. She took her time, was very thorough, and did a great job. Overall, a great experience and I'll definitely be back!

    I paid for gel x nails on my hands, and ask for customized styling. They accommodated me with…read morecreated freedom. I wanted them to mix 2 of their chrome powders and layer it on top of black to give a vintage bronze look. The lady doing my nails was super nice. She did everything I asked. However, the person who did my toes cut me twice on my left foot. And for some reason, she kept going back to that foot when I did the highest options for pedicure treatment. So on my left foot, the toe on the left side directly next to my big toe, had a cut and was irritated. I'm not going to lie. It's still healing and it's already been a week. My nails look really pretty but I think that lady was new and I also think I was overcharged because I paid $190. Normally I don't like to talk about other people's experiences, but they did my friends nails very odd, she was unhappy and told them so they just told her she could change it or take them off so she asked to take it off. She had to pay for her nails and also pay to take them off. For some reason they gave her a $20 off coupon for next time but that doesn't make sense if someone didn't have a good experience the first time why would they have to trust you a second time? So I'm not really sure what happened there with the communication. I have no malice towards anyone. I'm still really impressed with the person who did my nails, but the quality of their product is not good because my nails Art is chipping away since the second day I was there to get them done. Worth it? No unless you have an event and only need your nails to look good for the first day.

    Nails By Holly - othersalons - Updated May 2026

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