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Nails by Kim

3.9 (332 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

By appointment only

Services - Nails by Kim

Manicure

Manicure and pedicure

Nail fill-in

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Kianna M.

Well... over 30 min wait with an appointment. Picked my own color and applied a different color that I did not select. Tried to convince me they were the same and was NOT AT ALL. Messed up big toe after I asked it to be fixed multiple times. And left with multiple cuts from filing down. As I was trying to explain why I was unhappy with the work and asked for a discount, they continued to force me to pay in full. Tried to convince the salon that I was crazy and causing a scene as I kept calm. The owner continued to raise their voice and followed me out the door. Leaving the salon with my feet looking worse than before I arrived. I left not only disappointed, but unsatisfied. Happy Birthday to me

4 days later GEL manicure

Literally just got these done 4 days ago !!!!! Not only did one of the ladies cut off my toenail to the meat , the quality of the GEL nail polish is extremely cheap . I feel bad making this cause the owner is a Sweetheart and her staff is the one who did my nails . But this is Unacceptable for $90 !

Eliza D.

I had a great experience at Nails by Kim! It took a very long time to finish my pedicure and gel manicure but they were efficient in cleaning and making the nails look nice. A little over priced for add ons like stones etc which I didn't like. Now I know though. Update: I'm sad to say but I can't give this place 4 stars. I just got my gel manicure 4 days ago, which I paid nearly $60 for and the gel is just peeling off. Literally- look at the picture. I am going to go there today and see if they will give me a free manicure to make up for the inconvenience. The gel also started developing weird stains after day 2! I don't know if it's technique or the polish they use but I hope that can make this right for me.

angelique s.

Great pedicure and gel mani , the massage chair was well cleaned and they had acrylic shields up that were protective but didn't make you feel like you were in a fortress. Definitely will be back in two weeks

The worst manicure I've ever had. She nicked me several times, one even bled. The manicure doesn't even look good. She was very rough and was grinding down my nails so much that it burned. Wasn't relaxing or enjoyable at all. The extensions were thick and didn't look natural. Made an appointment and still waited almost 30 minutes. Others waiting nearly an hour. One of my nails has already cracked and my cuticles hurt so bad I had to pay someone else to have them removed.

Worst service & quality, this is only 3 days after and she even charged extra for polish that would supposedly last longer
Victoria L.

I was excited to come here because of the reviews but couldn't be more upset upon leaving. This is one of those nail places that charges you extra for everything. When I called I asked how much for mani pedi and if they take card. She told me $30 and yes they take credit card. With tip I ended up paying $50 for a regular mani pedi with their ridiculous add ons! They charged me $2 extra because I chose opi polish then charged me $6 for a foot scrub which is usually included at other places. I opted out of the $5 foot massage which meant no massage at all, something also included in regular mani pedis. In the end, she also charged me because I didn't have cash tip, AFTER I had asked on the phone if they took card. The worst part is that the place is disgustingly dirty (my massage chair was broken and the floor was filthy) and my manicure only listed 2 days (see pics). After all those add-ons, my nails didn't gene make it through the weekend... I could not be more displeased with this visit.

Pedicure was good overall
Tata M.

It was decent. I called at 230pm to make an appointment for 3pm for a full set and a pedicure ,and Vicky said come on in. I didn't get seated till 335pm Pros: -Helen is good at acrylics. They were the shape I wanted and she asked me lots of questions. She was also meticulous about corners and dis a good job buffing/shaping. -Pedicure lady was nice -they have OPI and Essie colors -they have massage chairs -friendly happy staff Cons: -Price is whatever. Considering they are in a strip mall and lack any ambiance. Or large selection of colors. I paid $20 for a pedicure, and I think $27 for the full set with white French manicure painted on top, + I think she added a quick dry coat. So $47 + 1 credit card fee= $48 -the place does look kind of dirty. I agree w other yelpers -they want TIPS IN CASH. there's a large sign to remind you of that. No, you can't just add it to your credit card -my French manicure could have used another coat, a couple of my nails look stripey? -they use a technicians cell phone for music so when you're relaxing and then it rings, it can be pretty jarring Overall, I'd probably come back just to see Helen for the full set but maybe find somewhere else to get a pedicure/massage chair/better ambiance.

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Came here to get a manicure and was not happy with how it looked still paid and tipped

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First time coming here and Vickie did a wonderful job on my nails. She worked her magic and now I am a happy customer.

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Ask the Community - Nails by Kim

Hello! What is the price for gel mani ( and removal)?

Does your salon do a full set silk wrap? What is the cost for this? Thank you!

Hi, Sorry, we don’t do silk wrap. Thank you

Hi Vicky, Are you closed for the day?

We are open

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Review Highlights - Nails by Kim

“I came here to get my nails done last week, and had a great experience with Helen.”

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I started coming a few months back after a bad experience with a separate shop…read more I met Lynn and haven't looked back since! My nails are so strong and healthy since coming. Everyone here is so kind and fast! The appointments do book fast so book ahead but that goes to show how great it is here. Everything is reasonably priced too! I get gel manicures and a pedicure every month and i am so grateful to have come across Lynn & Juliet Nails!

I had a very disappointing experience with Juliet's Nails. About an hour before arriving, I called…read moreto ask about pricing and whether walk-ins were accepted. Since the appointment was for my 101-year-old patient who uses a wheelchair, I wanted to make sure we could be accommodated. When we arrived, I hadn't even made it fully inside before I asked if there was another entrance that was wheelchair accessible. The employee immediately responded, very rudely, "No, we're booked," without any apology or explanation. I was confused because I had called beforehand and was never told that they were fully booked. I calmly explained that I had called earlier, and instead of trying to help or clarify the situation, she insisted I must have called the wrong number and continued speaking with an unpleasant attitude. There was no apology for the misunderstanding, no effort to assist, and no consideration for the fact that I had brought a 101-year-old client there. The lack of professionalism, customer service, and basic courtesy was shocking. Even if they were fully booked, a simple apology or polite explanation would have gone a long way. Instead, it was a complete waste of time and an unnecessarily frustrating experience. I would not recommend this business based on how we were treated.

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A Hidden Gem in Culver City!…read more I visited Lucky Nail Spa in Culver City after my amazing nail artist went to China for a month. I'm usually someone who loves to stay loyal to my nail artist (shout-out to my girl!), but after going weeks without a manicure, I was definitely in need of some nail TLC! Since I'm often in the area, I decided to give Lucky Nail Spa a try, and I'm glad I did! I got a classic French tip manicure for $45, which I thought was a reasonable price. One thing to keep in mind is that there may be an additional fee for using a credit card, so I recommend bringing cash! I appreciated learning about their approach to nail care. My nail artist explained that she prefers doing more of the work by hand rather than relying heavily on an electric file because she wants to avoid thinning the natural nail. I thought that was a thoughtful approach! She also had her own technique for creating the French tips, using a brush and another liquid to refine the lines and give them a cleaner finish. I usually go to my regular nail artist for more intricate designs and extra detailing, so this visit was perfect for what I wanted: a simple, beautiful French tip with short nails. Customer service deserves a shout-out, too! The atmosphere was welcoming, and the nail artist was so sweet and loving toward my little nephew who came with me. That kindness really stood out to me. The salon could use a little extra TLC in its overall presentation, but don't judge this place by its cover! I found it clean, welcoming, and worth giving a chance. Everyone's experience may be different, but mine was a positive one, and I was happy with my nails and the price. A couple of friendly tips for your visit: Bring cash to help avoid possible card fees. If you prefer UV/LED-protective fingerless gloves, consider bringing your own and follow the lamp manufacturer's safety guidance. Don't be afraid to communicate your preferences. Speak up kindly so your nail artist knows exactly what you want! Overall, I recommend giving Lucky Nail Spa a try! Thank you to the team for the kind service and for taking care of me. Keep up the great work, and keep shining! Every local business deserves encouragement when they're putting care into what they do. I'll definitely consider coming back! Nadi (GlamGusto)

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Nails by Kim - othersalons - Updated October 2026

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